we explored how cybercriminals are sending fake emails to YouTubers, pretending to offer sponsorships. These emails contain files that look like offer documents or PDFs but are actually info-stealers. The attackers use a clever trick to bypass antivirus (AV) scanners by inflating the file size, making it too large to scan effectively. However, as a malware analyst, I was able to identify the file type and confirm it was an executable (EXE) instead of a PDF by using a hex editor. One key feature we used is removing the padding that artificially inflates the file size. This allows us to analyze the malware more effectively. This time, we'll leverage an online tool called Binary Visualizer (b.i) to gain deeper insights into the file's structure. Binary Visualizer displays the contents of a file using a color scheme, making it easier to distinguish between different file types and detect anomalies. Key Features of Binary Visualizer: Color-Coded Visualization : Black : R
we explored how cybercriminals are sending fake emails to YouTubers, pretending to offer sponsorships. These emails contain files that look like offer documents or PDFs but are actually info-stealers. The attackers use a clever trick to bypass antivirus (AV) scanners by inflating the file size, making it too large to scan effectively. However, as a malware analyst, I was able to identify the file type and confirm it was an executable (EXE) instead of a PDF by using a hex editor. One key feature we used is removing the padding that artificially inflates the file size. This allows us to analyze the malware more effectively. This time, we'll leverage an online tool called Binary Visualizer (b.i) to gain deeper insights into the file's structure. Binary Visualizer displays the contents of a file using a color scheme, making it easier to distinguish between different file types and detect anomalies. Key Features of Binary Visualizer: Color-Coded Visualization : Black : R
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