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When Anti-Virus Engines Look Like Kernel Rootkits

by Volatility | May 27, 2020 | code injection, kernel, malware, rootkits, volatility, volshell

While analyzing real-world systems, memory analysts will often encounter anti-virus (AV) engines, EDRs, and similar products that, at first glance, look suspiciously like malware. This occurs because these security products leverage the same techniques commonly...

The 8th Annual Volatility Plugin Contest!

by Volatility | May 15, 2020 | Uncategorized

We are excited to announce that the 8th annual 2020 Volatility Plugin Contest is now accepting submissions until October 1, 2020! Winners will receive over 3750 USD in cash prizes! Volatility 3 The 2020 Volatility Plugin Contest encourages research...

When Anti-Virus Engines Look Like Kernel Rootkits

The 8th Annual Volatility Plugin Contest!

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