Computer Forensics and Analysis

    

Summary:
This workshop was developed to provide an introduction to the exciting and growing field of computer crime investigations and computer forensics. It is designed to train investigators in electronic discovery and the fundamentals of conducting an effective computer forensic examination. The workshop provides an introduction to the field of computer forensics and the basis for gathering electronic digital artifacts. Participants are introduced to the concepts, situations and personalities they may encounter while investigating an incident.Computer Forensic Analysis is ideal for someone new to the computer forensic field. However, this course is also valuable to someone who has been in the field for a while and would like to brush up on a few topics. The attendee will learn through instruction and practical exercises sound forensic imaging procedures, how to conduct examinations, and validate forensic operations as well as how to report findings in a clear and concise manner.

Duration:
Five days

Audience:
This workshop is specifically designed for corporate and government personnel who, in the performance of their duties may be asked to conduct a basic digital forensic examination. This workshop is essential to information security, risk management, loss prevention, corporate security and law enforcement personnel who encounter digital evidence while conducting an investigation.

Topics:

• Introduction
• The Legal System
• Digital Evidence Presentation
• Investigative Challenges
• Disk Structures
• Forensic Backup
• File Structures
• Forensic Examination Protocols
• Digital Evidence Protocols
• Protocols and Architectures
• OS Evidence - Artifacts and Remnants

Prerequisites:
This course has been created to ensure the student has the required skill set to perform forensically sound computer examination and document the findings in a clear concise report. Participants must be familiar with common computer functions. This workshop caters to those with no previous experience in computer forensics.

Last Update: May 20, 2012