Module 6 Quiz: Malware Analysis Fundamentals

What is the primary advantage of Static Malware Analysis?

It offers a risk-free approach to examining code without executing the malware.

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It can reveal the true behavior of fileless malware.

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It works faster against obfuscated code.

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It is the only way to generate file hashes.

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When analyzing packed malware, what is the Original Entry Point (OEP)?

The point where the unpacked code begins execution.

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The location of the malware’s C2 server.

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The original file hash.

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The system’s registry persistence key.

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What technique allows analysts to find similarities between malware files even when they are not identical?

Fuzzy hashing (e.g., SSDEEP).

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Cryptographic hashing (SHA-256).

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Process monitoring.

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Network traffic analysis.

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What is the role of a sandbox environment in Dynamic Malware Analysis?

To provide a safe, isolated environment where malware can be executed without risk.

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To block malware from communicating with C2 servers.

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To automatically clean the infected system.

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To perform static code checks.

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The final goal of malware analysis is to extract Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and map the threat’s progression using which framework?

MITRE ATT&CK.

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CVSS

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STRIDE

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ISO 27001

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Module 6 Quiz: Malware Analysis Fundamentals

Module 6 Quiz: Malware Analysis Fundamentals

Elizabeth Stephens November 16, 2025

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