200-201 Host-Based Analysis Practice Question
An analyst is reviewing a memory dump using Volatility. They want to identify processes with potential code injection. Which TWO Volatility plugins would be most appropriate for detecting injected code?
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Why each option matters
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dlllist
malfind scans for injected code by finding memory regions with suspicious permissions (e.g., RWX). dlllist lists loaded DLLs, and ldrmodules can find hidden or suspicious modules.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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cmdline
Why it's wrong here
cmdline shows command line arguments, not code injection.
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dlllist
Why this is correct
Correct. dlllist can show unusual DLLs that may indicate injection.
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netscan
Why it's wrong here
netscan shows network connections, not code injection.
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pslist
Why it's wrong here
pslist lists processes but does not detect code injection.
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malfind
Why this is correct
Correct. malfind detects injected code by finding hidden or suspicious memory regions.
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