Course Outline
Computer forensics allows for the systematic and meticulous identification of evidence in cases involving computer-related crime and abuse. This scope covers a wide range of activities, from tracking a hacker’s movements through a client’s systems to identifying the source of defamatory emails or uncovering signs of fraud.
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: Computer Forensic Incidents
Module 3: Investigation Process
Module 4: Disk Storage Concepts
Module 5: Digital Acquisition & Analysis
Module 6: Forensic Examination Protocols
Module 7: Digital Evidence Protocols
Module 8: CFI Theory
Module 9: Digital Evidence Presentation
Module 10: Computer Forensic Laboratory Protocols
Module 11: Computer Forensic Processing Techniques
Module 12: Digital Forensics Reporting
Module 13: Specialized Artifact Recovery
Module 14: e-Discovery and ESI
Module 15: Mobile Device Forensics
Module 16: USB Forensics
Module 17: Incident Handling
Mile2 - Lab 1: Preparing Forensic Workstation
- Installing AccessData FTK Imager
- Installing Autopsy
- Using the National Software Reference Library (NSRL) for Autopsy
- Installing 7z
- Installing Registry Viewer
- Installing the Password Recovery Tool Kit (PRTK - 5.21)
Lab 2: Chain of Custody
- Chain of Custody Search and Seizure
- Chain of Custody Forensic Imaging
Lab 3: Imaging Case Evidence via FTK Imager
Lab 4: Initiating a New Case in Autopsy
- Setting Up a Case in Autopsy
Lab 5: Analyzing Evidence in Autopsy (Case #1)
- Investigating User MTBG’s attempt to hack a former employer
- Examining Evidence within Autopsy
Case Study Scenario:
- Identifying the required evidence (Challenge)
Final Report for the MTBG Case
Lab 6: Analyzing Evidence in Autopsy (Case #2)
- The Greg Schardt case
Case Study Scenario:
- Identifying the required evidence (Challenge)
Testimonials (2)
Clarity and pace of explanations
Federica Galeazzi - Aethra Telecomunications SRL
Course - AI-Powered Cybersecurity: Advanced Threat Detection & Response
It did give me the insight what I needed :) I am starting teaching on a BTEC Level 3 qualification and wanted to widen my knowledge in this area.
