Hibernation File
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休眠文件
Hibernation File · N/A · 休眠文件 · HY-ber-fil · hiberfil.sys · Windows hibernation · Windows · forensics · memory · windowsWindowshiberfil.sys Windows hibernation/HY-ber-fil/
Also known as: hiberfil.sys, Windows hibernation
Last updated August 9, 2026
Definition
The hibernation file stores a compressed copy of RAM when a PC hibernates — a goldmine for memory-style artifacts if acquired.
Real-World Example
Analyzing hiberfil.sys from a seized laptop can reveal running malware state from the last hibernate.
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