Introduction to Windows Antivirus Evasion Concepts

Understanding how software interacts with security controls is essential for any modern security professional. This text-based course introduces the core concepts of endpoint detection and the fundamental mechanisms behind antivirus evasion. By exploring these concepts from both an analytical and defensive perspective, you will gain a clear understanding of how security solutions monitor system activity and how to identify potential weaknesses in system configurations. What you'll learn: - Understand the foundational architecture of modern antivirus engines and Windows Defender - Learn the basic mechanisms of signature-based and heuristic-based detection - Explore conceptual techniques used to modify code structure to bypass simple detection patterns - Analyze how security tools monitor system calls and API execution - Apply zero-trust principles and modern endpoint hardening best practices to counter evasion tactics The course begins with essential security terminology and the inner workings of operating system security before moving into conceptual analysis and modern defense-in-depth strategies. This course is designed for beginner security enthusiasts, system administrators, and aspiring security analysts with no prior evasion experience required. Start reading today to build a strong foundation in endpoint security analysis.