Computer Hacking Forensics Investigator (CHFI)
The Computer Hacking Forensics Investigator (CHFI) course provides comprehensive training in the field of digital forensics. This course covers a wide range of topics, including computer forensics, digital evidence, and forensic investigation processes. Students will learn how to detect hacking attacks, properly extract evidence, and manage incidents to prevent future attacks. The course includes practical exercises that simulate real-world scenarios to enhance the learning experience.
By enrolling in this course, you’ll gain hands-on experience with tools such as Access Data FTK and EnCase, which are essential for conducting thorough investigations. You will also learn about advanced topics like steganography, password cracking, and network forensics. This course is designed to equip you with the skills needed to become a proficient Computer Hacking Forensics Investigator.
What Will I Learn?
- Comprehensive understanding of computer forensics and the forensic investigation process.
- Techniques for searching and seizing digital evidence.
- Methods for analyzing and handling digital evidence.
- First responder procedures for incident management.
- Setup and operation of a forensic lab.
- In-depth knowledge of hard disks, file systems, and Windows forensics.
- Data acquisition and duplication techniques.
- Recovering deleted files and partitions.
- Utilizing Access Data FTK and EnCase for forensic investigations.
- Understanding and applying steganography and password cracking techniques.
- Log correlation, network forensics, and analyzing wireless and web attacks.
- Investigating email crimes and conducting mobile investigations.
- Preparing investigative reports and serving as an expert witness.
Material Includes
- 133 On-demand Videos
- Closed Captions
- 22 Topics
- 62 Prep Questions
- Certificate of Completion
Audience
- Computer Forensics: Understanding the fundamentals and key concepts.
- Investigation Processes: Learning the steps involved in conducting a forensic investigation.
- Searching and Seizing: Techniques for legally obtaining digital evidence.
- Handling Digital Evidence: Proper methods for managing and analyzing evidence.
- Forensics Lab Setup: Requirements and setup procedures for a forensic lab.
- File Systems: Understanding the structure and analysis of various file systems.
- Data Acquisition: Techniques for acquiring and duplicating data.
- Forensic Tools: Using Access Data FTK, EnCase, and other forensic tools.
- Advanced Forensics: Steganography, password cracking, log correlation, and network forensics.
- Specialized Investigations: Email crimes, mobile investigations, and web attacks.
- Reporting: Preparing comprehensive investigative reports and presenting findings as an expert witness.
