## Overview
The initial access vector for Operation Lotus Blossom was identified as a spear phishing email. This email was crafted to appear as an official communication from a reputable ASEAN government entity.

## Details
- **Sender:** Spoofed ASEAN government email address
- **Subject Line:** Urgent: Security Update Required
- **Attachment:** Malicious document titled 'ASEAN_Security_Update.docx'

## Insights
The attachment contained a macro that, when executed, initiated the download of the Elise backdoor. The use of official-looking emails suggests a high level of reconnaissance was conducted prior to deployment.

## Recommendations
- Enhance email filtering systems to detect and quarantine suspicious attachments.
- Conduct awareness training for employees to identify phishing attempts.