Yara
Windows

Yara 4.5.3

Open source software used to identify and classify malware based on detection rules.

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Description

Yara is an open-source software used to identify and classify malware based on detection rules. It allows security analysts to create patterns (rules) to detect malicious files by analyzing characteristics such as byte sequences, specific strings, or suspicious behaviors. Yara's rules are written in a simple syntax, using regular expressions and logical conditions, making it flexible for identifying threats in files, processes, or memory.

Main features:

  • Customizable rules: Users define rules based on signatures or patterns, such as hashes, strings, or file structures.
  • Use in forensic analysis: Integrates with malware analysis tools, such as file scanners or intrusion detection systems.
  • Command-line mode: Can be executed via terminal or scripts to automate analyses.
  • Integration: Supports integration with other security tools, such as VirusTotal, Cuckoo Sandbox, and SIEM systems.

File security

1/67 engines flagged the file in the recorded scan.

Scan date: 05/23/2025

SHA-256: 475b3b117dc6130df2d19a2e866bf2abc5e62eb058e8ab81fd79f6955ace3306

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The scan result does not replace normal precautions when installing files.
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