200-201 Host-Based Analysis Practice Question
During memory analysis using Volatility, an analyst wants to identify processes that may be hiding. Which TWO plugins are most useful for detecting hidden or injected code? (Choose two.)
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malfind
psxview compares process listings from different sources to find discrepancies, while malfind detects injected code. pslist lists normally, and cmdline shows command lines.
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malfind
Why this is correct
Detects injected code in processes.
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pslist
Why it's wrong here
Lists processes normally, may miss hidden ones.
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dlllist
Why it's wrong here
Lists DLLs, not for hiding.
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psxview
Why this is correct
Cross-references process lists to find hidden processes.
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cmdline
Why it's wrong here
Shows command lines, not for hiding detection.
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