Learning Objectives

• Develop advanced static and dynamic malware analysis skills
• Master reverse engineering techniques for complex malware
• Analyze and defeat anti-analysis and evasion techniques
• Understand and dissect advanced persistence mechanisms
• Analyze malware communication protocols and C2 infrastructures
• Develop custom tools and scripts for automated malware analysis

Requirements

• Strong understanding of x86 and x64 assembly
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python)
• Familiarity with Windows internals and API functions
• Basic knowledge of network protocols and web technologies
• Experience with common debuggers and disassemblers

Modules

1. Advanced Static Analysis Techniques
2. Dynamic Analysis and Debugging of Complex Malware
3. Defeating Anti-Analysis and Evasion Techniques
4. Analyzing Fileless Malware and Living-off-the-Land Attacks
5. Reverse Engineering Malware Communication Protocols
6. Advanced Persistence Mechanisms Analysis
7. Malware Forensics and Memory Analysis
8. Automated Malware Analysis and Custom Tool Development
9. Analyzing Emerging Malware Trends (e.g., Ransomware, Banking Trojans)
10. Threat Intelligence Integration in Malware Analysis