Certificate in Introduction to Malware Analysis and Response

Intro to Malware Analysis and Response

Build a strong foundation in identifying, analyzing, and responding to modern cyber threats with Intro to Malware Analysis and Response. This comprehensive program equips you with the essential technical knowledge and practical skills needed to detect, dissect, and mitigate malicious software across today’s digital environments.

Gain hands-on experience understanding how malware operates, spreads, and evades detection. Develop core competencies in static and dynamic analysis, threat intelligence fundamentals, incident response procedures, and the safe use of analysis tools and virtual lab environments. Learn how to interpret indicators of compromise, document findings clearly, and support organizational security efforts with confidence.

Designed for aspiring cybersecurity professionals, IT practitioners, and technology enthusiasts, this program provides a practical introduction to defending systems against real-world threats. Together with Eton, your journey into cybersecurity and malware defense begins here.

Program Advantage

48-Hour In-Depth Instructor-Led Training
Comprehensive Learning Modules
In-class, distance and via blended learning
Guided Mentorship by Industry Experts
24/7 Support

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At Eton College, we pride ourselves on delivering high-standard education in Vancouver, Canada. For more than 20 years, we have been proud to help 83% of our graduates to land their dream careers through our various PTIRU-certified and industry-relevant upskilling programs, specializing in Business Management, Travel and Tourism Management, Hospitality Management, Flight Attendant Preparation, Information Technology, Airport Operations, Construction, Public Administration, Healthcare, Elderly Care and Communication training.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Malware is everywhere and the industry is desperate for people who can track the hackers. In this course, you will learn about the various types and categories of malware, their symptoms, and how they work. As an incident responder, it is imperative that you are able to properly dissect malware. In this course, you will learn how to perform the basics of dynamic malware analysis, a tried and true method of understanding what an unknown binary (malware) is doing on an infected system. You will learn the tools, tactics and techniques malware analysis use in there every day job.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this course the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
Set up a safe virtual environment to analyze malware
Quickly extract network signatures and host-based indicators
Use key analysis tools like IDA Pro, OllyDbg, and WinDbg
Overcome malware tricks like obfuscation, anti-disassembly, anti-debugging, and anti-virtual machine techniques
Use your newfound knowledge of Windows internals for malware analysis
Develop a methodology for unpacking malware and get practical experience with five of the most popular packers
Analyze special cases of malware with shellcode, C++, and 64-bit code

Modules	Topics
1	Introduction Malware Analysis Primer
2	Basic Static Techniques Malware Analysis in Virtual Machines Basic Dynamic Analysis
3	A Crassh Course in X86 Disassembly IDA PRO Recognizing C Code Constructs in Assembly AnalyzingMalicous Windows Program
4	Debugging OLLYDBG
5	Kernel Debugging with WINDBG Malware Behavior Covert Malware Launching
6	Data Encoding Malware-Focused Network Signatures
7	Anti-Disassembly Anti-Debugging Anti-Virtual Machine Techniques
8	Packers and Unpacking
9	Shellcode Analysis C++ Analysis
10	64-Bit Malware
11	Review
12	Final Exam and wrap up.

Tuition	CAD 850
Course Retake	CAD 850 per course
Copy of Transcript	CAD 20 per copy

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To be eligible for admission, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Basic Admission Requirements

High School Completion: Applicants must have a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification.
Age Requirement: Minimum 19 years of age.
Mature Student Status*: Applicants who have not completed high school and are at least 19 years of age, may apply as a mature student.

*Mature student status may be granted to applicants who are over 19 years old and have not completed high school or equivalent. Applicants will be considered for admission based on the skills and experience they have acquired since leaving school. The applicant is required to provide the most recent transcripts or proof of academic accomplishments, a resume or summary of professional accomplishments, and two professional letters of recommendation. The applicant may be interviewed by the Registrar’s or Academic office to further assess their suitability for admission to the program of study.

2. English Language Proficiency

Applicants must meet one of the following:

Minimum scores from accepted English tests (e.g., IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 46, Duolingo 95, etc.).
Recent English proficiency test (within 2 years).
Proof of English-language education:
- 2–3 years of secondary or post-secondary education completed in English in eligible countries.
- International credentials must be recognized by WES, ICES, or IQAS.

Please see the Admission Requirements Guide for more information.