Once opened, it reaches out to a Command and Control (C2) server to download more potent malware, such as ransomware or banking trojans (e.g., IcedID or Qakbot).
Lauren_Schondau.zip (sometimes variations include dates or random strings). File Type: Compressed ZIP archive. Lauren_Schondau.zip
If you have already opened the file, disconnect the device from the internet (Wi-Fi and Ethernet) to prevent data exfiltration. Once opened, it reaches out to a Command