Digital Forensics Essentials (DFE)-Edx
This course is part of Cybersecurity Essentials.
This comprehensive security program from EC-Council covers the fundamental concepts of computer forensics, equipping students with the skills required to identify an intruder's footprints and properly gather evidence for legal proceedings. The course explores the methodological procedures for identifying, gathering, preserving, extracting, interpreting, documenting, and presenting digital evidence from computing equipment. Students learn about various types of digital evidence, the computer forensic investigation process, different disk drives and file systems, data acquisition methods, and anti-forensics techniques with countermeasures. The curriculum includes specialized topics such as Windows, Linux, and Mac forensics, network forensics, web application forensics, dark web investigations, email crime investigation, and malware forensics. This program provides a holistic overview of key components in computer forensics, establishing solid foundational knowledge for a career in this field. It facilitates entry into the world of digital forensics, provides professional understanding of concepts, and enhances employability as a Computer Forensics Specialist.
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What you'll learn
Understand the fundamental concepts and methodologies of computer forensics Identify, collect, and preserve different types of digital evidence while maintaining chain of custody Apply proper data acquisition methods for various storage devices and file systems Recognize and counter anti-forensics techniques used to hide or destroy evidence Extract and analyze volatile and non-volatile data from Windows, Linux, and Mac systems Conduct network forensics investigations including traffic analysis and event correlation Perform web server and web application forensics to investigate cyber attacks Navigate and investigate the dark web using specialized forensic techniques Analyze email-based crimes and extract evidence from email headers and content Conduct basic malware forensic analysis to understand malicious code behavior Document findings in forensically sound reports suitable for legal proceedings Apply digital forensics methodologies in various contexts including corporate investigations, civil litigation, and criminal cases
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There are 12 modules in this course
This comprehensive program provides a foundation in digital forensics, teaching students how to investigate cybercrimes and extract legal evidence from digital devices. Beginning with computer forensics fundamentals, students learn about the critical role forensic investigations play in addressing modern cybercrime. The course explores the complete forensic investigation process, from initial response through evidence collection to presenting findings in court, including the role of expert witnesses and formal investigation reports. Students gain technical knowledge about hard disk structures and various file systems, essential for understanding where digital evidence may be stored. The curriculum covers proper data acquisition and duplication methodology, ensuring evidence integrity through chain of custody procedures. Anti-forensics techniques that criminals use to hide evidence are examined, along with countermeasures forensic investigators can employ. The course provides specialized knowledge in operating system forensics (Windows, Linux, and Mac), network traffic analysis, web server and application investigations, and dark web forensics. Email crime investigation techniques are covered, teaching students to trace and analyze email-based evidence. The program concludes with malware forensics, providing students skills to analyze malicious code and understand its behavior. Throughout the course, students learn methodical approaches to digital evidence handling that maintain admissibility in legal proceedings.
Computer Forensics Fundamentals
Module 1
Computer Forensics Investigation Process
Module 2
Understanding Hard Disks and File Systems
Module 3
Data Acquisition and Duplication
Module 4
Windows Forensics
Module 6
Linux and Mac Forensics
Module 7
Network Forensics
Module 8
Investigating Web Attacks
Module 9
Dark Web Forensics
Module 10
Investigating Email Crimes
Module 11
Malware Forensics
Module 12
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Cybersecurity Essentials
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Cybersecurity Expert Bridging Education and Industry
Kevin King, the Director of Integrated Learning at EC-Council, brings a wealth of experience in cybersecurity education and industry practice to his role. With multiple certifications including CCNA, MCSE, CEH, and ECSA, King's expertise spans networking and cybersecurity. His career uniquely bridges academia and industry, having taught at institutions like the University of Wisconsin, New Mexico Tech, and Texas Tech, as well as government locations such as White Sands Missile Range and Quantico. In the private sector, King has worked as a Network and Systems Engineer for companies like Baxter Healthcare and Charles Schwab, providing valuable consulting services to numerous organizations. As a nationally ranked technical instructor with over 20 years of experience, King plays a crucial role at EC-Council in developing integrated learning approaches for cybersecurity education. His multifaceted background allows him to bring practical insights to his educational roles, effectively bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity.
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