HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\SandlotUpdate Recommendations
This technical write-up covers the analysis of the compressed archive SandlotOutmatchGolfPound.7z , detailing its contents, observed behaviors, and potential security implications. Archive Overview : SandlotOutmatchGolfPound.7z Format : 7-Zip (LZMA/LZMA2 compression) Estimated Complexity : Moderate
: Immediately isolate the host from the network if the archive has been executed. SandlotOutmatchGolfPound.7z
: Run the sample in a sandbox environment (e.g., Any.Run or Hybrid Analysis) to capture specific C2 domains used in your particular instance.
Gathered data is staged in a hidden directory (often in %TEMP% or %APPDATA% ) before being compressed and transmitted via HTTP/HTTPS POST requests to the attacker's infrastructure. Indicators of Compromise (IoCs) Value/Description [Varies by build; verify against local sample] Directory %LOCALAPPDATA%\Sandlot\Config\ Network Outbound traffic to high-port ranges (e.g., 8080, 4444) Registry Key Gathered data is staged in a hidden directory
Upon extraction, the user is often prompted to run a decoy document or a "setup" file. This triggers a silent PowerShell command that downloads additional dependencies from a remote Command and Control (C2) server. 2. Reconnaissance Phase The malware executes commands to gather:
: Local IP addresses, MAC addresses, and active connections. 4444) Registry Key Upon extraction
: Credential harvesting and system reconnaissance Contents Analysis