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Harbinger

Malware Analysis

Initial version of the Harbinger malware strain analysis project. Developed for educational purposes to understand basic malware capabilities and detection methods.

PythonBasic Network AnalysisSystem ForensicsSimple Encryption
Harbinger represents the initial version of our malware analysis project, developed for educational purposes. This version focused on understanding basic malware capabilities and detection methods, serving as a foundation for the more advanced HarbingerV3. The project involved analyzing fundamental malware components and their detection methods, providing valuable insights into basic malware behavior and security measures. While this version had higher detectability rates, it served as an important learning tool for understanding malware evolution and detection mechanisms.

Challenges

  • Implementing basic file system operations
  • Developing simple network communication
  • Creating basic encryption mechanisms
  • Managing system resource usage
  • Handling basic operating system interactions

Outcomes

  • Successfully documented basic malware capabilities
  • Identified common detection methods
  • Created initial documentation of malware behavior
  • Developed basic countermeasures
  • Established foundation for advanced versions

Development Timeline

January 2023

Project Inception

Initial concept development and basic architecture design.

February 2023

Basic Implementation

Implemented fundamental file system operations and basic network communication.

March 2023

Core Features

Added basic encryption and system information gathering capabilities.

April 2023

Testing and Analysis

Conducted initial testing and analysis of detection methods and evasion techniques.

May 2023

Documentation

Completed initial documentation and identified areas for improvement.

June 2023

Project Conclusion

Finalized the project and began planning for the next version (HarbingerV3).