Workshop On Computer Forensics and Digital Investigation

Computer forensics isn't just about solving crimes; It's the art and science of investigating digital devices and data to extract, analyse, and present evidence. it's also crucial in cybersecurity, ensuring data integrity, and protecting individuals and organizations from digital threats. In this course, you'll learn how to examine digital evidence, follow a structured investigation process, and adhere to legal and ethical standards.

This course will introduce you to the field of computer forensics and digital investigation. It covers the principles, methods, and tools used to examine digital evidence, gather information, and analyse data for legal and investigative purposes.

Duration       10 Days.

Target Audience:

• Investigators
• Law enforcement personnel
• Information security professionals
• Anyone wanting to get started with handling and investigating digital evidence.
• Digital evidence examiners
• IT professionals

Objectives

At the end of the course, the participants will be able to:

• Understand the role and importance of computer forensics in today's digital age.
• Comprehend the legal and ethical considerations in computer forensics.
• Apply appropriate methods for collecting and preserving digital evidence.
• Utilize forensic tools and techniques to analyze digital data.
• Prepare and present a clear and concise forensic report.
• Recognize the challenges and issues in computer forensics.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Computer Forensics

• Definition and scope of computer forensics.
• History and evolution of digital investigations.
• Legal and ethical considerations.

Module 2: Digital Evidence and Its Types

• Understanding the different types of digital evidence.
• Identifying sources of digital evidence.
• Chain of custody and maintaining evidence integrity.

Module 3: Forensic Analysis Tools

• Introduction to forensic software
• Popular tools for computer forensics
• Hands-on practice with forensic tools

Module 4: Data Acquisition

• Understanding data acquisition methods.
• Tools and techniques for collecting digital evidence.
• Creating forensic images.

Module 5: Digital Analysis

• Introduction to forensic analysis techniques.
• File system analysis.
• Registry analysis and recovering artifacts.

Module 6: Network Forensics

• Introduction to network forensics.
• Analysing network traffic and logs.
• Identifying and tracking digital footprints.

Module 7: Mobile Device Forensics

• Basics of mobile device forensics.
• Acquiring and analysing data from smartphones and tablets

Module 8: Cybercrime and Cybercriminals

• Understanding cybercrime and its categories
• Profiling cybercriminals
• Motivations and tactics of cybercriminals

Module 9: File and Data Recovery

• File recovery techniques
• Data carving and data hiding
• Tools and software for data recovery

Module 10: Reporting and Presentation

• Creating a forensic report.
• Presenting findings in a clear and concise manner.
• Preparing for court testimony

Certification

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

Training Venue

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

Airport Pick Up and Accommodation

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request.

Terms Of Payment

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent via email.