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Computer Hacking and Digital Forensics

Master computer hacking and digital forensics. Learn evidence acquisition, malware analysis, and incident response for robust cybersecurity.

(CH-DF.AA1) / ISBN : 979-8-90059-136-0
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This Computer Hacking and Digital Forensics course provides the practical skills needed to secure digital environments and investigate cyber incidents. You'll master evidence acquisition, malware analysis, and incident response, understanding the legal and ethical frameworks governing investigations. With 18 hands-on labs and 608 practice questions, this online Computer Hacking and Digital Forensics training prepares you for real-world challenges. Learn to navigate complex file systems, analyze network traffic, and recover data, recognizing the inherent limitations of any forensic toolset. This comprehensive study guide ensures you're ready for certification and advanced roles.

Skills You’ll Get

  • Digital Evidence Mastery: Acquire, preserve, and analyze digital evidence across diverse platforms, understanding chain of custody limitations and potential data corruption.
  • Incident Response & Forensics: Develop robust incident response plans and conduct thorough forensic investigations, recognizing the trade-offs between speed and thoroughness in a live environment.
  • Malware & Dark Web Analysis: Perform static/dynamic malware analysis and investigate dark web activities, acknowledging the constant evolution of threats and attribution challenges.
  • Advanced Forensic Techniques: Utilize specialized tools for memory, registry, and file system analysis, understanding tool-specific constraints and the potential for incomplete data recovery.

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1

Preface

  • What This Course Covers
  • Prerequisites
  • Who This Is For
2

Introduction to Computer Forensics and Incident Response

  • Foundational Concepts of Digital Forensics
  • Understanding Cybercrime and Legal Context
  • Digital Forensic Investigation Phases
  • Incident Response Fundamentals
  • Forensic Readiness and Organizational Security
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary
3

Legal and Ethical Frameworks for Investigations

  • Foundational Legal and Ethical Principles
  • Evidence Admissibility and Chain of Custody
  • Search Warrants, Subpoenas, and Legal Authority
  • Privacy, Data Protection, and Civil Liberties
  • Regulatory Compliance and International Considerations
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary
4

Digital Evidence Acquisition and Handling

  • Foundational Principles of Digital Evidence
  • Planning and Preparation for Evidence Acquisition
  • Digital Evidence Collection Techniques
  • Preservation and Integrity of Digital Evidence
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary
5

Understanding Digital Evidence and Storage

  • Foundational Concepts of Digital Evidence
  • Storage Media and Data Representation
  • Operating System Boot Processes
  • File System Structures and Allocation
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary
6

Operating System and Mobile Device Forensics

  • macOS Forensic Acquisition and Analysis
  • Mobile Device Forensic Acquisition and Analysis
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary
7

Log and Document Analysis

  • Foundations of Forensic Log Analysis
  • Specific Log File Analysis Techniques
  • Log Integrity, Admissibility, and Correlation
  • Advanced Document and Raw Data Examination
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary
8

Database Forensics

  • Foundational Concepts in Database Forensics
  • Database Architecture for Forensic Analysis
  • MySQL Forensic Investigation
  • SQL Server Forensic Investigation
  • Challenges and Best Practices in Database Forensics
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary
9

Cloud and Email Forensics

  • Cloud Forensics Fundamentals and Challenges
  • Email Forensics Fundamentals
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary
10

Internet of Things (IoT) Forensics

  • Foundations of IoT Architecture and Components
  • IoT Forensic Investigation Methodology
  • Specialized IoT Device Forensics and Case Studies
  • Challenges and Future Directions in IoT Forensics
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary
11

Network and Web Application Forensics

  • Fundamentals of Network Forensic Data Sources
  • Advanced Network Traffic Analysis Techniques
  • Web Application Forensics and Log Analysis
  • Correlation, Attribution, and Reporting
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary
12

Malware Analysis and Dark Web Forensics

  • Foundations of Malware Analysis
  • Dynamic Malware Analysis Techniques
  • Fileless Malware Investigation
  • Dark Web and TOR Network Fundamentals
  • Dark Web Forensic Investigation
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary
13

Anti-Forensics, Data Recovery, and Password Cracking

  • Anti-Forensics Methodologies and Their Impact
  • Detecting and Countering Anti-Forensics
  • Data Recovery Techniques for Deleted Evidence
  • Password Cracking and Encryption Bypass
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary
14

Advanced Forensic Tools and Techniques

  • Advanced Data Acquisition Techniques and Tools
  • Deep Dive into Memory Forensics
  • Registry Analysis for Artifact Discovery
  • Advanced File System Examination
  • Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) for Forensics
  • Exam Focus Points
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Real-World Case Mapping
  • Summary

1

Introduction to Computer Forensics and Incident Response

  • Setting Up a Digital Forensics Workstation
  • Conducting Digital Forensic Investigations Using Standard Investigation Phases
  • Building a Digital Forensic Case File
2

Legal and Ethical Frameworks for Investigations

  • Understanding Legal and Ethical Foundations in Digital Forensics
3

Digital Evidence Acquisition and Handling

  • Acquiring Volatile Data and Capturing Live System Memory
  • Performing Forensic Disk Imaging with FTK Imager and Verifying Hash Values
  • Acquiring Volatile and Non-Volatile Evidence on Linux
4

Understanding Digital Evidence and Storage

  • Performing File Signature Analysis with a Hex Editor
  • Analyzing SSD File Recovery Results Using Scalpel and PhotoRec
5

Log and Document Analysis

  • Investigating Windows Security Event Logs to Identify Unauthorized Authentication Activity
  • Performing Apache Web Server Log Analysis to Investigate a SQL Injection Attack
6

Database Forensics

  • Steganography Detection and Alternate Data Stream Investigation
7

Cloud and Email Forensics

  • Analyzing AWS CloudTrail Logs to Investigate Unauthorized Cloud Access
  • Analyzing Email Headers and Investigating Phishing
8

Network and Web Application Forensics

  • Analyzing Network Traffic with Wireshark for Detecting Attack Patterns
  • Investigating Web Application Attacks Using Apache Access Logs
9

Malware Analysis and Dark Web Forensics

  • Analyzing Static Malware Using a PE Header and String Extraction
10

Advanced Forensic Tools and Techniques

  • Analyzing Windows Registry Explorer Configuration Using an Offline User Hive
  • Analyzing and Reconstructing a Digital Forensic Timeline Using Plaso

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While the course covers foundational concepts, a basic understanding of operating systems and networking is beneficial. We start with core principles but quickly move into advanced, practical applications. Expect to put in the work; this isn't a 'set it and forget it' program.

This online Computer Hacking and Digital Forensics training includes 18 hands-on labs, 447 practice exercises, and 195 practice quizzes. You'll directly engage with evidence acquisition, malware analysis, and forensic tool usage, simulating real-world scenarios. Theory is critical, but practical application is where you truly learn.

This comprehensive Computer Hacking and Digital Forensics study guide is structured around industry-recognized objectives, providing in-depth coverage of all critical domains. The 608 practice questions and extensive learning resources are designed to solidify your knowledge and prepare you for the rigor of certification exams. Passing requires more than just memorization; it demands understanding the 'why' behind the 'how'.

Without a solid grasp of legal and ethical frameworks, your meticulously collected digital evidence could be inadmissible in court, rendering your entire investigation useless. This course emphasizes evidence admissibility, chain of custody, and regulatory compliance because technical skill alone isn't enough; you need to operate within legal boundaries.

Absolutely. This course provides the methodologies and practical exercises for both dynamic malware analysis and dark web investigation. While you won't be a nation-state actor overnight, you'll gain a robust understanding of techniques, tools, and the inherent challenges, including the constant cat-and-mouse game with threat actors. It's about building a solid analytical foundation.

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