May 1, 2024
Updated May 11, 2025
23 minute read
Malware analysis is the process of dissecting malicious software (malware) to understand its functionality, origin, and potential impact. At a high level, it involves examining a suspicious file or code to determine what it does, how it does it, and how to detect and eliminate it. This field is critical in the ongoing battle against cyber threats, helping organizations and individuals protect their digital assets.
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Reading list
We've selected six books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Malware Analysis.
Provides detailed instructions for building a malware analysis lab and conducting hands-on analysis. It covers topics such as reverse engineering, sandboxed execution, and network analysis.
Focuses on the forensic aspects of malware analysis, covering topics such as evidence collection, preservation, and analysis. It provides a comprehensive overview of the legal and ethical considerations involved in malware investigations.
Provides a thorough introduction to IDA Pro, a popular disassembler used in malware analysis. It covers topics such as assembly language, debugging, and code analysis.
Provides an overview of memory forensics, a technique for detecting malware by analyzing memory contents.
Covers the security aspects of the Android platform, including topics such as application security, data protection, and malware detection.
Guides through iOS forensic analysis, covering topics including mobile device forensics, evidence collection, and analysis techniques.
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