memory-analysis

Execute Volatility 3 plugins to analyze Windows memory images for malicious processes.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/mgreen27/dfir-skills --skill memory-analysis-mgreen27
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Skill: memory-analysis
Source: https://github.com/mgreen27/dfir-skills/tree/main/skills/memory-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mgreen27/dfir-skills --skill memory-analysis-mgreen27

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables detailed analysis of Windows memory images to identify malicious processes, injections, and artifacts, facilitating in-depth incident response.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Memory Triage: Run Volatility 3 plugins to gather process lists, process trees, and system information.
  • Artifact Recovery: Extract suspicious modules, injected regions, and process data.
  • Use Case: For a suspected malware-infected Windows machine, use this Skill to identify injected processes, network connections, and hidden modules to understand the root cause and scope of compromise.

Quick Start

Use the memory-analysis skill to triage a Windows memory image and generate process and network findings.

Frequently Asked Questions about memory-analysis

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate Windows memory triage for incident response?

Automate Windows memory triage by executing Volatility 3 plugins to gather process lists, process trees, and system information. This approach identifies malicious processes, injections, and artifacts for incident response investigations.

What is the best way to extract injected processes from a Windows memory image?

Extract injected processes from a Windows memory image by running Volatility 3 plugins to recover suspicious modules and injected regions. This artifact recovery process identifies hidden modules and malicious processes during incident response.

Do I need Volatility 3 and Python to analyze Windows memory images?

Yes, you need Volatility 3 and Python scripting to analyze Windows memory images. These dependencies are required to execute the repeatable workflows that automate plugin execution and process review for incident response.

Can I use this approach to find hidden network connections in memory forensics?

Yes, memory forensics workflows can identify hidden network connections by executing Volatility 3 plugins. This process extracts network connections and process data to identify malicious activity and understand the scope of compromise.

When do I need memory artifact recovery during a malware investigation?

You need memory artifact recovery during a malware investigation when a Windows machine is suspected to be compromised. It identifies injected processes, hidden modules, and malicious artifacts to determine the root cause and scope of the incident.