Malware Result Interpretation Guide
Malware Result Interpretation Guide#
Malware Lab presents suspicious-file and program-trust results across multiple tabs. Start with risk and key evidence, then drill into YARA, behavior, graph, AI analysis, Q&A, and reports for verification.
Tab Meanings#
| Tab | Purpose | What to Check |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | Overall verdict and key evidence | Risk, file information, major detections, recommended action |
| YARA | Rule-based detection results | Matched rules, severity, detection category |
| Behavior and Capabilities | CAPA and static or dynamic behavior interpretation | File, process, network, persistence, evasion signals |
| Graph | Visual relationship view | Suspicious functions, strings, APIs, IOCs |
| AI Analysis | Natural-language synthesis | Malicious intent, infection likelihood, evidence, uncertainty |
| Q&A | Follow-up questions on the analysis | Why risky, IOC extraction, response advice |
| Integrated Report | Shareable analysis output | Summary, evidence, IOCs, MITRE, next actions |
Verdict Interpretation#
| Verdict | Meaning | Recommended Action |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious | Multiple engines or clear malicious behavior support the finding | Isolate, block IOCs, investigate linked cases |
| Suspicious | Some risk signals exist but need confirmation | Check sandbox, source path, execution history |
| Watch | Potential risk such as packing, obfuscation, or suspicious strings | Verify source, signature, and execution context |
| Likely Clean | Clear malicious evidence is low | Confirm signer and distribution path before allowlisting |
IOC Review#
- File hash: search for the same file in cases
- Filename and path: confirm execution location and user activity
- Domain and IP: compare DNS, browser, proxy, firewall, and network logs
- Registry, service, and task names: check persistence
- Time values: connect to case timelines
Q&A Examples#
- "Summarize the top five reasons this file is risky"
- "Extract only IOCs as a table"
- "Map the behavior to MITRE ATT&CK stages"
- "Can this file be connected to exfiltration signs in my case?"
- "What should I verify before treating this as a normal program?"
Cautions#
- Do not make a final verdict from a YARA match alone.
- Benign software can look suspicious when packed or obfuscated.
- AI analysis explains engine outputs; final judgment should include original file context and observed execution.
Next Steps#
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