Course Overview

The Cyber and Digital Forensics Course provides learners with the tools, techniques, and methodologies to investigate cybercrimes, recover digital evidence, and support legal proceedings. Participants will explore forensic investigation processes, data recovery techniques, and evidence handling procedures. The course also covers incident investigation, reporting, and compliance with legal and ethical standards. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped to analyse digital evidence, investigate incidents, and contribute to cybersecurity and legal processes.

 

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of computer networks and operating systems is recommended.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for cybersecurity professionals, IT administrators, law enforcement personnel, and individuals interested in digital forensics and cybercrime investigations.

Course Highlights

  • Learn the fundamentals of cyber and digital forensics.
  • Develop skills in evidence acquisition, analysis, and reporting.
  • Explore forensic tools like FTK, EnCase, and Autopsy.
  • Understand chain of custody and legal considerations for evidence.
  • Gain insights into incident investigation and root cause analysis.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Explain the fundamentals and importance of cyber and digital forensics.
  • Collect, preserve, and analyse digital evidence while maintaining chain of custody.
  • Use forensic tools to recover and examine digital data.
  • Investigate cyber incidents and identify root causes effectively.
  • Comply with legal and ethical standards in forensic practices.
  • Prepare detailed forensic reports suitable for legal and organisational use.
  • Present findings clearly and confidently in legal or professional settings.
  • Detect and document indicators of compromise during investigations.
  • Recommend remediation strategies based on forensic analysis.
  • Collaborate with legal teams to support compliance and legal processes.

Course Outline

Instructional Methods: Group discussions on forensic concepts, practical exercises in incident scenarios, and case studies on forensic investigations.

Topics Covered:

  • Overview of cyber and digital forensics.
  • Types of digital evidence and their significance.
  • The role of digital forensics in cybersecurity and legal contexts.
  • Stages of a forensic investigation: collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Common challenges in digital forensics.

Instructional Methods: Hands-on exercises in evidence collection, group discussions on handling procedures, and case studies on chain of custody.

Topics Covered:

  • Identifying potential sources of digital evidence.
  • Techniques for acquiring data from devices (imaging, cloning).
  • Ensuring data integrity with hashing methods (MD5, SHA-256).
  • Documenting chain of custody for legal admissibility.
  • Preserving volatile and non-volatile data.

Instructional Methods: Practical exercises in using forensic tools, group discussions on tool selection, and case studies on tool applications.

Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to popular forensic tools (FTK, EnCase, Autopsy).
  • Using forensic software for disk imaging and data analysis.
  • Recovering deleted files and examining file systems.
  • Analysing logs, metadata, and timestamps.
  • Selecting appropriate tools for specific investigation scenarios.

Instructional Methods: Hands-on exercises in incident analysis, group discussions on root causes, and case studies on cyber incidents.

Topics Covered:

  • Investigating common cybercrimes (phishing, malware, insider threats).
  • Analysing attack vectors and identifying entry points.
  • Performing timeline analysis to reconstruct events.
  • Identifying indicators of compromise (IOCs) in forensic data.
  • Determining root causes and recommending remediation steps.

Instructional Methods: Group discussions on legal standards, practical exercises in ethical scenarios, and case studies on compliance challenges.

Topics Covered:

  • Understanding legal frameworks for digital evidence (GDPR, ISO 27037).
  • Ensuring privacy and confidentiality during investigations.
  • Ethical considerations in forensic practices.
  • Collaborating with law enforcement and legal teams.
  • Adhering to international standards for forensic investigations.

Instructional Methods: Practical exercises in report writing, group discussions on presenting evidence, and case studies on courtroom scenarios.

Topics Covered:

  • Structuring forensic reports for clarity and accuracy.
  • Documenting investigation methodologies and findings.
  • Presenting evidence in legal proceedings.
  • Communicating technical findings to non-technical audiences.
  • Reviewing reports for completeness and compliance.

Certification

A certificate of completion will be awarded upon successful completion of the course.

Course Fees

$788 $488

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