Forensic Analysis Tools and Techniques

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Duration 5 days – 35 hrs

 

Overview.

 

This comprehensive training course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct forensic analysis using a variety of tools and techniques. Participants will learn how to investigate and analyze digital evidence, understand legal and ethical considerations, and apply forensic methodologies to real-world scenarios. The course covers various aspects of digital forensics, including data acquisition, analysis, and reporting.

 

Objectives

 

  • Understand the principles of digital forensics
  • Learn to use forensic tools and techniques to analyze digital evidence
  • Gain knowledge of legal and ethical considerations in forensic analysis
  • Develop skills to document and report forensic findings
  • Apply forensic methodologies to practical scenarios

 

Audience

  • IT professionals
  • Security analysts
  • Law enforcement officers
  • Cybersecurity specialists
  • Anyone interested in digital forensics

Pre- requisites 

 

  • Basic understanding of computer systems and networks
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts is beneficial but not required

 

Course Content

 

Day 1: Introduction to Digital Forensics

Overview of Digital Forensics

  • Definition and importance of digital forensics
  • Historical background and evolution of forensic analysis
  • Types of digital evidence

Legal and Ethical Considerations

  • Legal frameworks and regulations
  • Ethical issues in digital forensics
  • Chain of custody and evidence handling

Forensic Methodologies

  • Forensic process and methodologies
  • Incident response and management
  • Case studies and examples

Setting Up a Forensic Lab

  • Essential tools and software
  • Hardware requirements
  • Lab policies and procedures

 

Day 2: Data Acquisition and Preservation

Data Acquisition Techniques

  • Methods of data acquisition
  • Imaging and cloning of digital media
  • Tools for data acquisition

Preservation of Digital Evidence

  • Ensuring the integrity of evidence
  • Handling and storing digital evidence
  • Best practices for evidence preservation

Forensic Imaging Tools

  • Overview of popular imaging tools
  • Hands-on exercises with imaging software
  • Verifying and validating forensic images

Live Data Acquisition

    • Capturing volatile data
    • Techniques for live data acquisition
  • Case studies and practical exercises

 

Day 3: Data Analysis and Interpretation

File System Forensics

  • Understanding file systems (FAT, NTFS, etc.)
  • Analyzing file metadata
  • Recovering deleted files and data

Registry Analysis

  • Windows registry structure and functions
  • Identifying and interpreting registry artifacts
  • Tools for registry analysis

Network Forensics

  • Basics of network forensics
  • Capturing and analyzing network traffic
  • Tools for network analysis

Email and Browser Forensics

  • Investigating email communications
  • Analyzing web browser activities
  • Case studies and practical exercises

 

Day 4: Advanced Forensic Techniques

Malware Forensics

  • Identifying and analyzing malware
  • Reverse engineering techniques
  • Tools for malware analysis

Mobile Device Forensics

  • Techniques for mobile device data extraction
  • Analyzing mobile operating systems (iOS, Android)
  • Tools for mobile forensics

Cloud Forensics

  • Challenges in cloud forensics
  • Techniques for cloud data acquisition and analysis
  • Tools for cloud forensics

Forensic Report Writing

  • Documenting forensic findings
  • Writing clear and concise forensic reports
  • Best practices for report writing

 

Day 5: Practical Applications and Case Studies

Hands-on Lab Exercises

  • Practical exercises with forensic tools
  • Simulated forensic investigations
  • Analyzing real-world scenarios

Case Studies

  • Detailed examination of forensic cases
  • Lessons learned from high-profile cases
  • Group discussions and analysis

Final Project

  • Capstone project integrating course concepts
  • Presentation of findings
  • Peer review and feedback

Course Review and Q&A

  • Recap of key concepts
  • Open forum for questions and discussion
  • Course evaluation and feedback.
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