Checks computer location settings

Looks up country code configured in the registry, likely geofence.

Creates new service(s)

Executes a file named after a Windows system binary

The file runs from a user directory while carrying the name of an executable that normally only exists in System32.

Executes dropped EXE

Registers new Windows logon scripts automatically executed at logon.

Stops running service(s)

Windows security modification

Checks whether UAC is enabled

Enumerates connected drives

Attempts to read the root path of hard drives other than the default C: drive.

Looks up external IP address via web service

Uses a legitimate IP lookup service to find the infected system's external IP.

Drops file in System32 directory