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 Zero to hero YARA rules In this follow-up to a previous blog I wrote on exploration of threat hunting with Veeam & YARA , in this blog I want to go into detail on how to create, maintain & test YARA rules. Checkout my previous post here: Threat Hunting with Veeam : Leveraging Yara for Incident Response (mritsurgeon.co.za)

Threat Hunting with Veeam : Leveraging Yara for Incident Response  Introduction : In Veeam version 12.1, a significant addition to its feature set is the enhanced security functionality. Among the standout tools for incident response, Veeam introduced Inline Scanning with Entropy analysis and integrated Yara for post-backup examination. This article delves into the power of Yara and demonstrates how it can be a vital asset in the arsenal of cybersecurity teams. Understanding Yara: Yara is a versatile and indispensable tool in the field of malware analysis. It is a staple in most cybersecurity professionals' toolboxes. YARA rules are customizable patterns used for identifying specific malware, targeted attacks, and security threats tailored to your unique environment.