Dynamic analysis is a method of malware analysis that executes the malware in a controlled
environment and observes its behavior and effects. Dynamic analysis can reveal the malware’s
network activity, file system changes, registry modifications, and other indicators of compromise.
Dynamic analysis is performed by Palo Alto Networks WildFire, a cloud-based service that analyzes
unknown files and links from various sources, such as email attachments, web downloads, and
firewall traffic. WildFire uses a custom-built, evasion-resistant virtual environment to detonate the
submissions and generate detailed reports and verdicts. WildFire can also share the threat
intelligence with other Palo Alto Networks products and partners to prevent future
attacks. Reference: WildFire Overview, WildFire Features, WildFire Dynamic Analysis
