While this term is mainly used in forensics, it is always handy to extract all possible artefacts from the binary before going deep into the analysis. Here are some of the handy tools that are available:
- strings: This standard tool can be used to quickly extract all strings of a particular length from the sample, which can give you a quick insight into its functionality, and sometimes can even provide valuable IOCs, such as the C&C that was used.
- scalpel: Mainly used in forensics, it can be used to quickly extract embedded resources.
- foremost: This is another free file carving tool from the forensic world.
