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: New entries in the Windows Registry under HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run . Recommended Actions

: The .zip file contains a heavily obfuscated loader or a shortcut file ( .LNK ). XXSha.fi.naz_Up.da.teXX.zip

: Once opened, it executes a PowerShell script or a VBScript. This script is designed to bypass User Account Control (UAC) and disable local security measures like Windows Defender. : New entries in the Windows Registry under

: If the file is still zipped, delete it immediately and empty your trash. XXSha.fi.naz_Up.da.teXX.zip

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