Case Study: Rootkit Behavior Analysis and Antirootkit Tests
The Client
The client is a leading world top-10 anti-virus software vendor with world-wide sales.
The Problem
The client needed to keep updated independent testing of its antirootkit mechanism. Low-level diagnosis was needed also to identify problems with the software if occurred.
The Engagement
- Design and Test Lab allocated a dedicated team of reverse engineering analysts, with ability work in shifts and weekends when circumstances require.
- Established a direct connection of the team with the client’s team, integration into the test process.
- Provided a stream of fresh malicious programs with rootkit capabilities, updated on a daily basis.
- Conducted weekly reports. An issue tracking system was used for better communication.
Benefits and Results
Close collaboration between Design and Test Lab’s team and the client’s team allowed identifying new problems of the anti-virus product. Moreover, the dedicated team provided the client with detailed information about newly created regression test-cases and code locations in case of any bugs found.
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