Malware Analysis Fundamentals with Assembly

Cybersecurity professionals must understand how malicious software operates at a low level to effectively defend modern networks. This course provides a foundational understanding of malware behavior and the assembly language required to analyze it, moving from basic definitions to practical analysis techniques. You will learn to: Understand the core concepts of malware types and their delivery mechanisms; Learn the fundamentals of x86-64 assembly language to read and interpret low-level code; Practice static analysis techniques to examine files without execution; Apply basic dynamic analysis methods using safe, isolated environments; Identify common malware patterns, such as persistence and network communication; Explore modern anti-analysis and obfuscation tactics used by attackers today. The material begins with essential terminology and security concepts before progressing through assembly basics and structured analysis workflows. This course is designed for beginners in cybersecurity with no prior experience in reverse engineering or low-level programming. Start building your foundation in malware research and security analysis today.