Computer Forensics and Incident Response CFIR - Masterclass

Unlock the secrets of computer forensics and digital investigations with this advanced, hands-on course designed to empower you with the skills needed to excel in the Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) field. Whether you’re aiming to master on-scene investigations, digital evidence acquisition, memory analysis, or dive deep into forensic tools like FTK Imager and Autopsy, this comprehensive course will equip you with the real-world skills and methodologies used by top forensic professionals.

Why Enroll in This Course?

In today’s digital world, understanding and leveraging digital forensics is a game-changer in solving cybercrimes, securing IT environments, and supporting law enforcement. This course goes beyond the basics, blending theoretical knowledge with practical application, and focuses on real-life scenarios and hands-on exercises that mimic actual crime scenes. With carefully curated lectures, expert-guided modules, and detailed tool demos, you’ll gain the confidence to tackle complex investigations and enhance your forensic expertise.

What You’ll Learn:

    Foundational Knowledge of Storage Media: Start with the essentials of data storage—from optical media to solid-state drives—and understand the nuances of different media that hold valuable digital evidence.

    Bootable Forensic Media and Boot Process Analysis: Learn to create bootable forensic media, essential for live investigations, and dive into the boot process, unraveling key stages where critical digital artifacts reside.

    Field-Ready Forensic Skills: Explore the essentials for on-scene digital investigations, including distinguishing between live and post-mortem acquisition methods and the must-have tools for a successful investigation.

    Evidence Acquisition Mastery: Uncover the best practices for disk and memory imaging with industry-leading tools like FTK Imager, Guymager, and DC3DD, and gain expertise in evidence integrity and write-blocking techniques to preserve data authenticity.

    Memory Analysis with Volatility: Delve into memory analysis using the powerful Volatility Framework—understand plugin capabilities, process analysis, and network and DLL examination for a comprehensive memory investigation.

    Autopsy Tool for Digital Evidence Examination: From downloading sample images to a thorough walkthrough of Autopsy, master this all-in-one forensics platform to gather, examine, and report evidence with precision.