🔥 In-Demand Certification · 2025

GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM)

Master the art of dissecting malicious software that targets Windows and web browsers. GREM-certified technologists can reverse-engineer malware in the context of forensic investigations, incident response, and system administration — proving cutting-edge skills that protect organisations from advanced threats.

Malware Analysis Reverse Engineering Windows Assembly Behavioral Analysis Anti-Analysis Techniques Forensic Investigation Incident Response

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Malware Analysis FundamentalsStatic, dynamic, and behavioral analysis techniques

Windows Assembly & Reverse EngineeringAssembly code concepts and common malware patterns

Anti-Analysis & ObfuscationIdentify and bypass anti-debugging and packing techniques

Malicious Document AnalysisOffice macros, PDFs, RTF files, and .NET malware

66-75

Exam Questions

2-3 hrs

Duration

73%

Passing Score

GIAC

Certified

Why It's Essential

Malware Reverse Engineering Is a Critical Defensive Skill

Sophisticated malware drives the majority of cyberattacks. Organisations urgently need professionals who can tear apart malicious code, understand its behaviour, and build stronger defences — and GREM is the gold-standard credential that proves you can.

Trending

+400%

Rise in Malware Complexity Since 2020

Modern malware employs advanced obfuscation, polymorphism, and anti-analysis techniques — reverse engineering expertise has never been more critical for defenders.

Skill Gap in Incident Response Teams

The ability to reverse-engineer malware is one of the rarest and most valued skills in cybersecurity — GREM holders command premium roles in IR and threat intelligence.

Trending

Global

Recognition Across Fortune 500 and Government

GREM is recognised by financial institutions, defence contractors, and government agencies worldwide as the benchmark malware analysis credential.

+35%

Salary Premium for Malware Analysts

The scarcity of reverse engineering expertise drives significantly higher compensation compared to general cybersecurity roles.

Course Content

Complete GREM Curriculum

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Malware Analysis Fundamentals & Static Analysis

5 Topics

Describe key methods for analyzing malicious software and identify the needs of a malware analysis lab

Analyze static properties of a suspected malware sample and develop theories regarding its nature

Apply static analysis techniques to interpret common assembly instructions and patterns in Windows malware

Apply dynamic analysis techniques to examine a malware sample in a debugger

Determine subsequent analysis steps based on initial static and behavioral findings

Windows Assembly & Common Malware Patterns

4 Topics

Analyze common execution flow control mechanisms such as loops and conditional statements in assembly

Analyze malware functions in assembly language to understand parameters, return values, and structural elements

Identify common API calls used by malware and understand what capabilities they provide

Identify common techniques used by malware including code injection, hooking, and process hollowing

Anti-Analysis Techniques & Obfuscation

4 Topics

Identify packed Windows executables and obfuscated malicious JavaScript and unpack them

Identify and bypass common debugger detection and data protection measures used in malware

Overcome misdirecting execution workflow as an anti-analysis technique

Demonstrate the process for unpacking malware using a debugger and repairing unpacked malware for further analysis

Malicious Document & Specialised Analysis

4 Topics

Analyze macros and scripts embedded in suspicious Microsoft Office files to understand their capabilities

Analyze suspicious PDFs and embedded scripts to understand the nature of the threat they might pose

Analyze suspicious RTF files and embedded shellcode to understand their capabilities

Analyze .NET programs to understand their capabilities

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM) certification?

GREM is a practitioner-focused certification designed for technologists who protect organisations from malicious code. It validates the skills to reverse-engineer malware targeting Windows and web browsers in the context of forensic investigations, incident response, and system administration.

What are the GREM exam requirements?

The GREM exam consists of 66-75 questions, is web-based and proctored, has a 2-3 hour time limit, and requires a minimum passing score of 73%. Proctoring is available via ProctorU (remote) or PearsonVUE (onsite).

What topics does GREM cover?

GREM covers malware analysis fundamentals, static and dynamic analysis, Windows assembly code for reverse engineering, common malware patterns, anti-analysis and obfuscation techniques, malicious document analysis (Office, PDF, RTF), .NET malware, and unpacking packed executables.

Who should take the GREM certification?

GREM is ideal for system and network administrators, auditors, security consultants, security managers, incident responders, and forensic investigators who encounter or investigate malware in their roles.

Do I need programming or assembly language experience?

A background in Windows system administration and basic familiarity with programming concepts is helpful. GREM teaches assembly language in the context of malware analysis, so prior assembly experience is not required but some technical foundation is expected.

How does GREM benefit my career?

GREM demonstrates cutting-edge malware analysis skills that are in extremely high demand. It opens doors to incident response, threat intelligence, malware research, and digital forensics roles, typically commanding significant salary premiums.

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GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM)

Malware Reverse Engineering Is a Critical Defensive Skill

GREM Exam Details

Complete GREM Curriculum

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Frequently Asked Questions

Become a Certified Malware Reverse Engineer