.. /.Exe

Executable

Double Click

Contributors:

mr.d0x

Description:

EXE files are executable programs for Windows. They are the standard file extension used by Windows programs.

OS:

Windows

Recommendation:

Block the download and execution of unknown and unsigned EXE files.

Resources:

https://www.fireeye.com/blog/threat-research/2017/05/wannacry-malware-profile.html

https://www.fireeye.com/blog/threat-research/2021/05/shining-a-light-on-darkside-ransomware-operations.html

File Samples:

https://www.hybrid-analysis.com/sample/45dd2d1be8e6879b7b332627c387c9a36e38ce7f07ccd3919ea21ed2936889e2?environmentId=120