Lauren_schondau.zip

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).

Based on behavioral analysis of similar zip-based threats, the "Lauren_Schondau" package typically functions as a "dropper" for the following: Lauren_Schondau.zip

Usually contains an executable file ( .exe ), a JavaScript file ( .js ), or a heavily obfuscated Microsoft Office document with malicious macros. Once opened, it reaches out to a Command

An email arrives with a subject line like "Document for Lauren Schondau" or "Updated Schedule." a JavaScript file ( .js )