memory-forensics

Analyze Windows and Linux RAM dumps with Volatility 3 to identify memory-resident artifacts.

3|Updated Apr 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Fuzzdkk/dfir-skills --skill memory-forensics-fuzzdkk
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: memory-forensics
Source: https://github.com/Fuzzdkk/dfir-skills/tree/main/memory-forensics
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Fuzzdkk/dfir-skills --skill memory-forensics-fuzzdkk

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Analyzes memory dumps to uncover memory-resident artifacts, anomalous processes, and hidden activity to support incident response and investigations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Phase-based memory analysis using Volatility 3 and strings to enumerate processes, network connections, injected code, and artifacts.
  • Validation workflow that cross-checks findings across multiple plugins to build a defensible, evidence-backed report.
  • Use Case: Respond to a memory-based incident by producing a structured report with findings and indicators of compromise.

Quick Start

Provide a RAM image path to start the analysis workflow and generate the report.

Frequently Asked Questions about memory-forensics

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I analyze a RAM dump for suspicious activity during incident response?

Memory forensics analyzes RAM dumps to identify memory-resident artifacts and suspicious activity. It uses a phase-based workflow with Volatility 3 and strings to enumerate processes, network connections, and injected code to support incident response.

What is the best way to detect code injection and persistence indicators in a memory dump?

Detecting code injection and persistence indicators in a memory dump requires cross-checking findings across multiple Volatility 3 plugins. This validation workflow builds a defensible, evidence-backed report by corroborating artifacts before reporting.

Does memory forensics with Volatility 3 work for both Windows and Linux RAM captures?

Yes, memory forensics with Volatility 3 applies to both Windows and Linux RAM captures. It handles process, network, code injection, and persistence indicators across these platforms to support DFIR workflows and investigations.

How do I start a forensic analysis workflow on a memory image?

To start forensic analysis on a memory image, provide the RAM image path to the workflow. The process then automatically enumerates processes and network connections, ultimately generating a structured report with findings and indicators of compromise.

Why does my memory forensics report need a validation workflow?

A memory forensics validation workflow is needed to cross-check findings across multiple Volatility 3 plugins. This ensures the final report contains corroborated evidence, making the findings defensible for incident response and investigations.