Attempts to connect to a Command and Control server to exfiltrate data or receive instructions.

Upon decompressing the archive, investigators typically look for:

Checking if the internal file is packed with UPX or a custom cryptor to evade signature-based detection. 4. Behavioral Analysis (Dynamic)

Below is a structured write-up template based on standard forensic analysis of such a file. Filename: video_2020-12-22_20-56-26.7z Extension: .7z (7-Zip Compressed Archive) Format: LZMA or LZMA2 compression

A common finding is a file named video_2020-12-22_20-56-26.mp4.exe . The double extension is a classic technique to hide the executable nature from users with "Hide extensions for known file types" enabled.

Changes to Registry keys (Run/RunOnce) to ensure the malware starts on boot.