312-39 Forensic Investigation And Malware Analysis Practice Question
You are examining a suspicious file and suspect it is packed (obfuscated). Which technique or tool helps identify if a file is likely packed?
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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Detect It Easy (DIE)
Detect It Easy (DIE) is a tool that identifies file types and packers based on entropy and signature analysis.
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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Process Hacker
Why it's wrong here
Process Hacker views process metadata but does not analyze file packing.
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Wireshark
Why it's wrong here
Wireshark does not inspect file packing status.
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Detect It Easy (DIE)
Why this is correct
DIE is the standard tool for identifying if an executable is packed or protected.
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HashCalc
Why it's wrong here
HashCalc only provides file hashes, not structural analysis.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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