Part 2 Assignment: Written Portion Requirements

lab details

Unit 4 Lab: Static and Dynamic Malware Analysis

Outcomes addressed in this activity:

Unit Outcomes:

• Obtain any publicly available information on a specific malware form.
• Review the contents of unpacked and unencrypted malware.
• Review some of the capabilities of malware.
• Use several malware analysis tools.

Course Outcome:

IT411-2: Plan appropriate methods to secure digital evidence.

In this lab, you will perform static and dynamic malware analysis. Analyzing malware is important because an analyst will want to know what actions the malware is performing on the system as well as on the network. The hash value of the malware can tell you if the malware has been widely used before. Dynamic analysis involves executing the malware and seeing how it behaves, whereas static analysis just involves examining the information contained within the file. Figure 1 shows the lab topology for this lab.

Part 1 Lab: Static and Dynamic Malware Analysis

Complete the lab “Static and Dynamic Malware Analysis” in the InfoSec Learning (ISL) environment located in Unit 4. Completion is automatically graded and posted to the Gradebook entry for the lab.

Part 2 Assignment: Written Portion Requirements

There are two types of malware analysis, static and dynamic.

In 300 words or more, answer the following:

• What is static malware analysis? When is it appropriate to use this type of analysis?
• What is dynamic malware analysis? When is it appropriate to use this type of analysis?

The written portion must contain sufficient information to adequately address the questions and be free from grammar and spelling errors. The paper should be provided in APA format. You may use AI as part of your research but ensure you cross-reference your research to prevent misinformation. Refining your prompts can help you generate precise and relevant responses. Refer to your syllabus for more information on Purdue University Global’s artificial intelligence (AI) policy and resources.

For assistance with APA requirements, please use the resources provided in the Academic Tools section of the course. Points deducted from grade for each writing, spelling, or grammar error are at your instructors discretion.

Review the policy on plagiarism. This policy will be strictly enforced on all applicable labs and discussion posts. If you have any questions, please contact your professor.

Directions for Submitting Your Lab

The lab you take on InfoSec Learning will be graded automatically and reported to your instructor, but you must submit the written portion of the lab to assignment Dropbox. Compose the written portion of your lab in a Microsoft Word document, save it as a file entitled IT411_Unit4Lab_yourname.docx, and submit it to the designated assignment Dropbox for this activity.