What’s a malware ? Definition of Virus, Adware, Spyware
This is a general explanation about different kind of online threats. What they do, and how. Introduction to viruses, malware, worms, adware and others.
Internet Explorer BHO: A spy in your browser
Internet Explorer extensions (BHO) are a very stealth way to inject code in a web browser. Learn how it works to better prevent further infections.
Userland Rootkits: Part 1, IAT hooks
Userland Rootkits explained. This is the first part of this rootkit writing tutorial in which we will detail the basics about userland rootkits.
KernelMode Rootkits: Part 3, kernel filters
KernelMode Rootkits explained. This is the third part of this rootkit writing tutorial in which we will detail the basics about kernel rootkits.
KernelMode Rootkits: Part 2, IRP hooks
KernelMode Rootkits explained. This is the second part of this rootkit writing tutorial in which we will detail the basics about kernel rootkits.
KernelMode Rootkits: Part 1, SSDT hooks
KernelMode Rootkits explained. This is the first part of this rootkit writing tutorial in which we will detail the basics about kernel rootkits.
Chronicles of a PE Infector
Writing and Analysis of a portable executable (PE) infector. Educational tutorial on how to write your own PE infector that remains hidden in the system.
PE Smallest Executable
Learn how to modify a portable executable (pe) file to strip all the junk code and keep only the strict minimal bytes to keep it perfectly functional.
How to Make an antivirus engine
Learn the theory with code snippets on how making your own robust and reliable Antivirus / Anti-malware engine. Step by step guide.