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INT251 — Malware Analysis And Cyber Defence

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Course Overview

INT251 3 Credits L:2 T:0 P:2 Minor Cyber Security
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This course develops skills in malware analysis and cyber defence through static and dynamic analysis, assembly and disassembly, malicious binary debugging, malware persistence, code injection, hooking, and obfuscation techniques. It also covers memory forensics, advanced malware detection, malware hunting, and defence strategies.

Study Units

Unit 1

Introduction and Static Malware Analysis

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 2

Dynamic Analysis and Assembly Language

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 3

Disassembly and Malware Debugging

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 4

Malware Persistence, Injection and Hooking

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 5

Obfuscation and Malware Forensics

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 6

Advanced Malware Detection Using Memory Forensics

Notes MCQ Subjective

Continuous Assessment

3 components

Best 2 of 3 CAs will be considered for evaluation.
BYOD-Practical 1 50%

BYOD-Practical consisting of 1 practical question of 30 marks, including practical execution, report, and viva.

Week 3 / 5

Rubric
Practical execution: 15 marks; Report: 5 marks; Viva: 10 marks.

BYOD-Practical 2 50%

Practical-based task involving static and dynamic analysis of a given malware sample and preparation of a detailed report.

Week 8 / 10

Rubric
Practical execution: 15 marks; Report: 5 marks; Viva: 10 marks.

Test 50%

Subjective test covering the syllabus from CA1 and CA2.

Week 11 / 12

Rubric
To test students' subject knowledge and provide an opportunity to improve their CA performance in case of low marks or a missed CA.

Exams & Practice

Mid Term Examination

Mid-semester comprehensive evaluation

20%

End Term Examination

Final semester comprehensive evaluation

50%

Type: Examination

INT251 - FAQs

How many units are in INT251?

INT251 has 6 units. Each unit includes detailed notes and MCQ practice questions.

What exam resources are available for INT251?

Unit-wise notes and MCQ practice are available. Exam resources coming soon.

How to prepare for INT251 exams?

Study each unit's notes thoroughly, practice MCQs to test understanding, and attempt mock tests before exams. Focus on important topics and previous year questions.