Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
DDCI-0026
Version:
1
Organization's ID:
BMA
Organization:
DC3 Cyber Training Academy
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
1 week (40 hours)
Minimum Passing Score:
70
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Introduction to Malware Analysis
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide students with a foundational understanding of malicious software, including its forms, traits, author motivations, and impacts. Students will be introduced to common techniques and tools for both dynamic and static analysis and will develop a basic understanding of the process for uncovering the functionality of malware samples. Students also learn how to establish a network-isolated malware analysis lab, as well as how to interpret analytical reports resulting from static and dynamic analysis of malware. Upon completion of the course, students will have a basic understanding of the tools and processes required to analyze malware samples.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify common traits of malware and how they affect the Windows Operating System.
  • Explain the process and procedures for safe handling of malware.
  • Examine and analyze malware using static and dynamic analysis techniques.
  • Explain the main components of Windows affected by malware.
  • Explain the procedures for creating an isolated and forensically sound malware analysis lab (sandbox).
  • Examine the use of a sandbox environment to monitor malware execution.

General Topics:

  • Introduction to Malware Analysis
  • Basics of Operating Systems for Malware Analysis
  • Behavioral Analysis and Persistence
  • Introduction to Assembly and Disassembly
  • Static Analysis Fundamentals
  • Dynamic Analysis Fundamentals
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
Supplemental Materials
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