### Observations

Persistence was established through registry modifications and the creation of hidden scheduled tasks. Additionally, the malware created a startup entry to ensure execution upon system reboot.

### Countermeasures

1. **Registry Audit:** Conduct a full audit of recent registry changes, focusing on keys related to startup programs.
2. **Scheduled Task Review:** Identify and remove unauthorized tasks.
3. **User Education:** Reinforce training on recognizing and reporting phishing attempts.

### Preparing for Lateral Movement

Monitor RDP connections and unusual authentication attempts across the network.