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Harbinger
Malware AnalysisInitial 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).