Allowing the attacker to run arbitrary commands on the infected host. 4. Command and Control (C2) Communication
The campaign typically begins with a spear-phishing email containing a link to a cloud storage service (such as Google Drive or Dropbox) where the archive is hosted. By using legitimate cloud services, the attackers increase the likelihood that the download will not be flagged by automated security filters. 2. Archive Contents and DLL Side-Loading The .7z archive usually contains three core components: ThanksGivingRecipe.7z
Uploading, downloading, and executing files. Allowing the attacker to run arbitrary commands on
Once loaded, the malicious DLL decrypts and executes the hidden payload in memory. In the "ThanksGivingRecipe.7z" campaign, this payload is typically , a sophisticated Remote Access Trojan (RAT). PlugX provides the attackers with extensive capabilities, including: and executing files. Once loaded