CSEC 289B - Malware Analysis

Credits: 3

Description
Covers the tools and methodologies used to perform malware analysis on executables found on Windows systems using a practical, hands-on approach.

Student Learning Outcomes

Determine the functionality of a program by analyzing disassembly and by watching how it modifies a system and its resources as it runs in a debugger.
Perform a host and network-based indicator extraction from a malicious program.
Assess dynamic analysis and the Windows APIs most often used by malware authors.

Prerequisite: CIT 217 or CSEC 104B with a grade of C or better; or Instructor approval