Digital Forensics Essentials (dfe) (sf)

• Define different types of digital evidence.
• Define different types of disk drives and file systems.
• Learn to use commonly used forensic tools.
• Learn to collect data using forensic technology methods in accordance with evidence handling procedures, including collection of hard copy and electronic documents.

What You'll Learn

This is a 2-day course which introduces students to the cyber security forensics domain. Candidates will gain knowledge and skills in the Computer Forensics Investigation Process, different types of data devices and storages, procedures to acquire, preserve and maintain integrity of evidence to be used in the court of law. Candidates will also be introduced to some of the commonly used forensic tools.

Computer forensic practices can help investigate attacks, system anomalies, or even help System administrators detect a problem by defining what is normal functional specifications and validating system information for irregular behaviors. Cyber Security professionals who acquire a firm grasp on the principles of digital forensics can become invaluable members of Incident Handling and Incident response teams.

Minimum Entry Requirement

Candidates with basic knowledge in information technology