Dive into the intricate world of malware with The Art of Computer Virus Research and Defense by Peter Szor. This authoritative resource provides in-depth insights into the anatomy of computer viruses, their propagation techniques, and effective defense mechanisms. Written by one of the foremost experts in cybersecurity, the book blends theoretical foundations with practical strategies to analyze and neutralize threats. Perfect for security professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts, it offers essential tools to navigate and combat the ever-evolving landscape of malicious software.
Along the way, he provides extensive information on code metamorphism and other emerging techniques, so you can anticipate and prepare for future threats. Szor also offers the most thorough and practical primer on virus analysis ever published. Addressing everything from creating your own personal laboratory to automating the analysis process.
The book covers the following topics:
- Virus analysis and classification
- Techniques for virus detection and removal
- Reverse engineering and debugging tools
- The role of antivirus software and how it works
- Defensive strategies and countermeasures
- Understanding polymorphic and metamorphic viruses
- Case studies of major computer viruses
- The evolution of malware and future trends in cybersecurity
It’s pretty dated these days, but it’s still a highly informative read about virus developments over time and the tools of the defender, the anti-virus industry. Even shows how to analyze malware. x86 assembly language knowledge is needed to understand the code snippets. (amazon.com user’s review)
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About the author
Peter Szor is security architect for Symantec Security Response, where he has been designing and building antivirus technologies for the Norton AntiVirus product line since 1999. From 1990 to 1995, Szor wrote and maintained his own antivirus program, Pasteur. A renowned computer virus and security researcher, Szor speaks frequently at the Virus Bulletin, EICAR, ICSA, and RSA conferences, as well as the USENIX Security Symposium. He currently serves on the advisory board of Virus Bulletin magazine, and is a founding member of the AVED (AntiVirus Emergency Discussion) network.