Volatility is one of the most powerful tools in digital forensics, allowing investigators to extract and analyze artifacts directly from memory (RAM). In this beginner-friendly guide, we walk through installing Volatility, preparing memory dumps, and using essential plugins to uncover hidden processes, suspicious DLLs, network activity, and even malware injections.

In digital forensics, every minute counts. Imaging an entire disk is thorough but painfully slow, while manual collection is precise but inefficient. KAPE bridges the gap — portable, fast, and designed to give investigators early leads without the wait.