Static analysis gathers information without running the code to avoid risk.

header often reveals a compile date that can indicate the age of the campaign or if it was falsified. 2. Static Analysis Findings

: Indicates the malware searches the file system for specific targets.

The file hash refers to a sample commonly used in cybersecurity training or Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges, typically associated with the Practical Malware Analysis textbook labs.

C:\windows\system32\kerne132.dll : The likely installation path for persistence. 3. Dynamic Analysis & Behavior