List actionable data that security teams can use to block the threat: Specific domains or IP addresses contacted. Host IOCs: File paths, registry keys, and process names. 5. Remediation & Recommendations Removal: Steps to delete the file and reverse its changes.
However, if you are analyzing this file as part of a or digital forensics exercise, a standard write-up should include the following core sections: 1. Executive Summary File Name: Victoria Bravo.rar File Type: RAR Compressed Archive Threat Level: (e.g., High, Moderate, Low) Victoria Bravo.rar
List the files inside the RAR. Look for common malicious extensions like .exe , .vbs , .js , or double extensions like .pdf.exe . 3. Dynamic (Behavioral) Analysis List actionable data that security teams can use
A brief overview of what the file is intended to do (e.g., credential theft, downloader, or harmless training file). 2. Static Analysis Remediation & Recommendations Removal: Steps to delete the
Check for creation dates, original filenames, and any digital signatures.
Record the MD5 , SHA-1 , and SHA-256 hashes to uniquely identify the file.
Note if it creates "persistence" by adding itself to the Windows Registry startup keys or moving files to C:\Users\...\AppData . 4. Indicators of Compromise (IOCs)