200-201 Host-Based Analysis Practice Question
A security analyst is analyzing a memory dump from a compromised Windows system using Volatility. Which command would best reveal hidden or injected code within a process?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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vol.py malfind
The 'malfind' command scans for anomalous memory regions that often indicate code injection, such as executable pages not backed by a file on disk.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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vol.py netscan
Why it's wrong here
netscan shows network connections, not code injection.
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vol.py pslist
Why it's wrong here
pslist lists processes but does not detect injected code.
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vol.py malfind
Why this is correct
malfind identifies suspicious memory protections and injected code.
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vol.py dlllist
Why it's wrong here
dlllist shows loaded DLLs but does not find injected code that is not a DLL.
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