In these specific training sets, analysts are usually looking for:

Use tools like file (Linux) or to identify the extracted file type (e.g., a .raw memory dump or a .vmdk virtual disk). Artifact Extraction :

If you are performing a "write-up" for a forensic investigation involving this file, the process generally follows these stages: :

Decompress the archive (some challenge files require a password, often provided in the challenge description or "infected"). :

: Registry keys (like Run or RunOnce ) used by malware to restart after a reboot.

While the exact contents can vary based on the specific version of the challenge, archives following this naming convention (e.g., w_bm_s_03 ) usually represent a or a Disk Image segment. Prefix ( w ) : Often denotes a Windows-based system.

: Frequently associated with "BlueMerle," a known series of forensic challenges.