### Malicious Payload Activation

After the execution of the spear phishing attack, a malicious payload was activated on the targeted system. **Key Analysis Points:**
- **Payload Type:** The payload is identified as a variant of DoppelPaymer ransomware.
- **Behavior:** It begins encrypting files and alters system settings.
- **Potential Impact:** Immediate risk to data integrity and availability.

Understanding this activation provides insight into the attacker's next steps, likely focusing on establishing persistence.