Project Details

Malware Communications Analysis (Project)

Duration: 2-4 Months, > 4 Months

Internship Type: Undergraduate, Pre-University

Project Overview/Background

The cybersecurity industry is an arms race, with security products and malware fighting each other. There are many open-source malware implementations which provide examples of the huge variety of malware communications protocols. This project aims to add to the defenders’ arsenal of capabilities by investigating open-source malware implementations and devising ways to detect the communications activities of these malwares.

Scope & Deliverables

• Setting up a safe sandbox to analyse malware.
• Explore and study open-source malicious communications and techniques.
• Recommend strategies for detecting such malicious communications and techniques. Where applicable, develop a proof-of-concept for such detections.
• Where applicable, develop tools, processes and recommendations to improve analysis work.

Prerequisites/Skills Required

• Aptitude for problem-solving
• Versatility and creativity
• Self-motivated and independent worker
• Experience with programming/scripting in one of the following areas is preferred:
  • Python
  • Network Communications
  • Cyber Security