Analyze the to see which system APIs it calls (e.g., networking, file system modification).
If you are preparing a paper on this file, your analysis should focus on the following core areas: 1. File Metadata and Initial Triage
: Execute the sample in a controlled environment to monitor:
: List the internal files (e.g., .exe , .dll , .lnk , or document files like .docx / .pdf ).
: Look for "Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures" ( TTPs ) that match known Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups. For example, some groups are known for using sports-themed archives during major international competitions (like the Olympics).
: Does it attempt to beacon out to a server?
: Determine if this file was part of a specific phishing campaign or a broader supply chain attack.
: If the archive contains a document, examine it for social engineering themes. Given the name, it may use sports-related "lures" (pole vaulting schedules, athlete rosters) to trick a target into opening it.