### Overview
Following the detection of malware execution, a detailed analysis of the payload has been conducted to understand its capabilities and implications.

### Key Findings
- **Type of Malware:** The payload is identified as a variant of Mount Locker ransomware.
- **Execution Method:** The malware utilizes PowerShell scripts to execute in-memory, reducing its footprint on the disk.
- **Immediate Impact:** Initial file encryption detected on compromised endpoints.

### Defensive Measures
- **Endpoint Detection:** Deploy advanced EDR solutions to monitor and block suspicious scripts.
- **Network Segmentation:** Limit the spread by ensuring critical data is isolated from infected endpoints.

Understanding the payload's characteristics is crucial for anticipating persistence mechanisms employed by the attackers.