Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator Version 4 (CHFI)

Course Introduction 6m
Course Introduction

Module 01 - Computer Forensics in Today’s World 42m

Computer Forensics in Today’s World
Scenario
Demo - Introduction to IAAC Website
Forensic Science
Computer Forensics
Security Incident Report
Demo - Security Research Studies
Aspects of Organizational Security
Evolution of Computer Forensics
Objectives of Computer Forensics
Need for Computer Forensics
Benefits of Forensic Readiness
Goals of Forensic Readiness
Forensic Readiness Planning
Cyber Crime
Computer Facilitated Crimes
Modes of Attack
Examples of Cyber Crime
Types of Computer Crimes
How Serious Were Different Types of Incidents
Time Spent Responding to the Security Incident
Cyber Crime Investigation
Key Steps in Forensic Investigation
Demo - Crime Scene Processing
Rules of Forensic Investigation
Need for Forensic Investigation
Role of Forensics Investigation
Accessing Computer Forensic Resources
Role of Digital Evidence
Understanding Corporate Investigations
Approach to Forensic Investigation: A Case Study
When an Advocate Contacts the Forensic Investigator, He Specifies How to Approach the Crime Scene
Where and When Do You Use Computer Forensics
Enterprise Theory of Investigation (ETI)
Demo - FBI ETI Model
Legal Issues
Reporting the Results
Module 01 - Review

Module 02 - Computer Forensics Investigation Process 1hr 20m

Computer Forensics Investigation Process
Investigating Computer Crime
Before the Investigation
Build a Forensics Workstation
Building Investigation Team
People Involved in Computer Forensics
Review Policies and Laws
Demo - CyberCrime.gov Website Review
Demo - Extra Cyber Crime Resources
Forensics Laws
Notify Decision Makers and Acquire Authorization
Demo - Legal Resources
Risk Assessment
Build a Computer Investigation Toolkit
Demo - Forensics Toolkit of Documentation
Computer Forensics Investigation Methodology
Demo - DOJ Forensics Flow Chart
Steps to Prepare for a Computer Forensic Investigation
Obtain a Search Warrant
Searches Without a Warrant
Evaluate and Secure the Scene
Forensic Photography
Gather the Preliminary Information at Scene
First Responder
Demo - First Responder Guides
Collect the Evidence
Collect Physical Evidence
Evidence Collection Form
Collect Electronic Evidence
Guidelines in Acquiring Evidence
Secure the Evidence
Evidence Management
Chain of Custody
Chain of Custody Form
Demo - Chain of Custody
Original Evidence
Duplicate the Data (Imaging)
Verify Image Integrity
Recover Lost or Deleted Data
Analyze the Data
Data Analysis
Data Analysis Tools
Assess Evidence and Case
Evidence Assessment
Case Assessment
Processing Location Assessment
Best Practices
Prepare the Final Report
Documentation in Each Phase
Gather and Organize Information
Writing the Investigation Report
Demo - Forensics Report Example
Testify in Court as an Expert Witness
Demo - Extra Reading "A Hypothesis-Based Approach to Digital Forensic Investigations"
Expert Witness
Testifying in the Court Room
Closing the Case
Maintaining Professional Conduct
Investigating a Company Policy Violation
Computer Forensics Service Providers
Module 02 - Review
Module 03 - Searching and Seizing Computers 52m
Searching and Seizing Computers
News Overview
Searching and Seizing Computers without a Warrant
Demo - DOJ Searching and Seizing Computers and Obtaining Electronic Evidence in Criminal Investigations
A: Fourth Amendment’s “Reasonable Expectation of Privacy” in Cases Involving Computers: General Principles
A.1: Reasonable Expectation of Privacy in Computers as Storage Devices
A.3: Reasonable Expectation of Privacy and Third-Party Possession
A.4: Private Searches
A.5 Use of Technology to Obtain Information
B: Exceptions to the Warrant Requirement in Cases Involving Computers
B.1: Consent
B.1.a: Scope of Consent
B.1.b: Third-Party Consent
B.1.c: Implied Consent
B.3: Plain View
B.5: Inventory Searches
B.6: Border Searches
B.7: International Issues
C: Special Case: Workplace Searches
C.2: Public-Sector Workplace Searches
Searching and Seizing Computers with a Warrant
Successful Search With A Warrant
A.1: Basic Strategies for Executing Computer Searches
A.1.a: When Hardware Is Itself Contraband, Evidence, or an Instrumentality or Fruit of Crime
A.1.b: When Hardware is Merely a Storage Device for Evidence of Crime
A.2: The Privacy Protection Act
A.2.a: The Terms of the Privacy Protection Act
A.3: Civil Liability Under the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA)
A.7: Privileged Documents
B: Drafting the Warrant and Affidavit
B.1: Accurately and Particularly Describe the Property to be Seized in the Warrant and/or Attachments to the Warrant
B.1.a: Defending Computer Search Warrants Against Challenges Based on the Description of the “Things to be Seized”
B.2: Establish Probable Cause in the Affidavit
B.3: In the Affidavit Supporting the Warrant, Include an Explanation of the Search Strategy
C: Post-Seizure Issues
C.1: Searching Computers Already in Law Enforcement Custody
C.2: The Permissible Time Period For Examining Seized Computers
C.3: Rule 41(e) Motions for Return of Property
Demo - Legal Extra Reading
The Electronic Communications Privacy Act
B. Classifying Types of Information Held by Service Providers
E. Working with Network Providers
Electronic Surveillance in Communications Networks
A. Content vs. Addressing Information
B. The Pen/Trap Statute, 18 U.S.C. §§ 3121-3127
EVIDENCE
A. Authentication
B. Hearsay
C. Other Issues
Module 03 - Review
Module 04 - Digital Evidence 2hr 11m
Digital Evidence
Definition of Digital Evidence
Increasing Awareness of Digital Evidence
Challenging Aspects of Digital Evidence
The Role of Digital Evidence
Characteristics of Digital Evidence
Fragility of Digital Evidence
Types of Digital Data
Demo - Binary and Hex Basics
Rules of Evidence
Best Evidence Rule
Demo - Best Evidence
Federal Rules of Evidence
International Organization on Computer Evidence (IOCE)
IOCE International Principles for Digital Evidence
Scientific Working Group on Digital Evidence (SWGDE)
SWGDE Standards for the Exchange of Digital Evidence
Electronic Devices: Types and Collecting Potential Evidence
Evidence Assessment
Prepare for Evidence Acquisition
Preparation for Searches
Seizing the Evidence
Imaging
Bit-Stream Copies
Demo - Extra Bit-Stream Example Cases
Write Protection
Demo - Hardware Write Blocker Example
Evidence Acquisition
Evidence Acquisition from Crime Location
Acquiring Evidence from Storage Devices
Collecting the Evidence
Collecting Evidence from RAM
Demo - Freezing RAM to Extract Encryption Keys
Collecting Evidence from Stand-alone Network Computer
Chain of Custody
Preserving Digital Evidence: Checklist
Preserving Floppy and Other Removable Media
Handling Digital Evidence
Store and Archive
Digital Evidence Findings
Evidence Examination and Analysis
Evidence Examination
Physical Extraction
Logical Extraction
Analyze Host Data
Analyze Storage Media
Analyze Network Data
Analysis of Extracted Data
Timeframe Analysis
Data Hiding Analysis
Application and File Analysis
Ownership and Possession
Documenting the Evidence
Evidence Examiner Report
Final Report of Findings
Demo - Evidence Worksheet
Electronic Crime and Digital Evidence Consideration by Crime Category
Module 04 - Review

Module 05 - First Responder Procedures 49m

First Responder Procedures
Electronic Evidence
First Responder Overview
Great PDF Guide
Demo - First Responders Guide
Demo - PDA and Mobile Take Note
Roles of First Responder
First Responder Toolkit
Creating a First Responder Toolkit
Evidence Collecting Tools and Equipment
First Response Rule
Incident Response: Different Situations
First Response for System Administrators
First Response by Non-Laboratory Staff
First Response by Laboratory Forensic Staff
Securing and Evaluating Electronic Crime Scene: A Check-list
Planning the Search and Seizure
Initial Search of the Scene
Health and Safety Issues
Consent
Witness Signatures
Conducting Preliminary Interviews
Conducting Initial Interviews
Documenting Electronic Incident Scene
Collecting and Preserving Electronic Evidence
Order of Volatility
Dealing with Powered OFF Computers at Seizure Time
Dealing with Powered ON Computers
Demo - Power State and Review
Dealing with Networked Computer
Operating System Shutdown Procedure
Seizing Portable Computers
Switched ON Portables
Evidence Bag Contents List
Packaging Electronic Evidence
Exhibit Numbering
Transporting Electronic Evidence
Handling and Transportation to the Forensics Laboratory
Chain of Custody
Demo - Documentation
Module 05 - Review

Module 06 - Incident Handling 1hr 20m

Incident Handling
What is an Incident
Security Incidents
Category of Incidents
Category of Incidents: Low Level
Category of Incidents: Mid Level
Category of Incidents: High Level
Issues in Present Security Scenario
How to Identify an Incident
How to Prevent an Incident
Defining the Relationship between Incident Response, Incident Handling, and Incident Management
Incident Management
Threat Analysis and Assessment
Vulnerability Analysis
Estimating Cost of an Incident
Change Control
Incident Reporting
Demo - Incident Handling Report Form
Whom to Report an Incident
Report a Privacy or Security Violation
Demo - Preliminary Info Sec Incident Reporting
Why Don’t Organizations Report Computer Crimes
Responding to a Security Incident
Demo - Incident Response Documentation
Incident Response Policy
Roles and Responsibilities of SSM, ISSM, and ISSO
Contingency/Continuity of Operations Planning
Handling Incidents
Procedure for Handling Incident
1. Preparation
2. Identification
3. Containment
4. Eradication
5. Recovery
6. Follow-up
Post-Incident Activity
Education, Training, and Awareness
Demo - User Awareness Training
Procedural and Technical Countermeasures
Vulnerability Resources
What is CSIRT
CSIRT: Goals and Strategy
Motivation Behind CSIRTs
Global Incident Response Teams
Staffing your Computer Security Incident Response Team: What are the Basic Skills Needed
Team Models
Delegation of Authority
CSIRT Services Can Be Grouped into Three Categories
CSIRT Case Classification
Types of Incidents and Level of Support
Service Description Attributes
Incident Specific Procedures-I (Virus and Worm Incidents)
Incident Specific Procedures-II (Hacker Incidents)
Incident Specific Procedures-III (Social Incidents, Physical Incidents)
How CSIRT Handles Case: Steps
Best Practices for Creating a CSIRT
Limits to Effectiveness in CSIRTs
Module 06 - Review

Module 07 - Computer Forensics Lab 2hr 9m

Computer Forensics Lab
Demo - Modules Resources
Planning for a Forensics Lab
Budget Allocation for a Forensics Lab
Physical Location Needs of a Forensic Lab
Structural Design Considerations
Environmental Conditions
Electrical Needs
Communication Needs
Work Area of a Computer Forensic Lab
Ambience of a Forensic Lab
Ambience of a Forensic Lab: Ergonomics
Physical Security Recommendations
Fire-Suppression Systems
Demo - FSSA Website
Evidence Locker Recommendations
Demo - Storage Lockers
Computer Forensic Investigator
Demo - Forensics Certification Exams and Bodies
Forensic Lab Licensing Requisite
Demo - Forensics Legal Requirements Resource
Features of the Laboratory Imaging System
Demo - Eraser
Technical Specification of the Laboratory-based Imaging System
Forensics Lab
Auditing a Computer Forensic Lab
Recommendations to Avoid Eyestrain
Computer Forensic Labs, Inc.
Data Destruction Industry Standards
Demo - Data Destruction with Eraser Free Tool
Demo - DBan Secure Erase
Example Hardware Essential in a Forensics Lab
Forensic Workstations
Basic Workstation Requirements in a Forensic Lab
Stocking the Hardware Peripherals
Demo - Paraben Forensics Webstore Products
Demo - Image Master Product Line Store
Demo - Logicube.com Website
Requirements for a Forensics Lab
Basic Software Requirements in a Forensic Lab
Maintain Operating System and Application Inventories
Demo - A Forensics Software Requirements Intro
Demo - CAINE Computer Aided Investigative Environment Live CD
Demo - Opening a WinXP VirtualMachine Using Vmware Workstation
Demo - 7 Zip Compression
Demo - Unzipping a file with either Zip Genius or 7 Zip
Demo - Nlite Custom Windows Install Deploy
Demo - BackTrack 101
Demo - Live Forensics
Module 07 – Review

Module 08 - Understanding Hard Disks and File Systems 3hr 6m

Understanding Hard Disks and File Systems
Disk Drive Overview - I
Disk Drive Overview - II
Physical Structure of Hard Disk
Logical Structure of Hard Disk
Types of Hard Disk Interfaces
Types of Hard Disk Interfaces: SCSI
Types of Hard Disk Interfaces: IDE/EIDE
FireWire vs. USB
Types of Hard Disk Interfaces: ATA
Types of Hard Disk Interfaces: Fibre Channel
Disk Platter
Tracks
Track Numbering
Sector
Sector Addressing
Cluster
Cluster Size
Slack Space
Lost Clusters
Bad Sector
Disk Capacity Calculation
Measuring the Performance of Hard Disk
Disk Partitions
Master Boot Record
Windows XP System Files
Windows Boot Process (XP/2003)
Demo - Boot Process
Bootdisk.com
File Systems
Understanding File Systems
Types of File Systems
List of Disk File Systems
List of Network File Systems
List of Special Purpose File Systems
Popular Linux File Systems
Sun Solaris 10 File System: ZFS
Mac OS X File System
Windows File Systems
CD-ROM / DVD File System
Comparison of File Systems
FAT32
FAT
FAT Structure
FAT32 cont.
NTFS
NTFS Architecture
NTFS System Files
NTFS Partition Boot Sector
NTFS Master File Table (MFT)
NTFS Metadata File Table (MFT)
Cluster Sizes of NTFS Volume
NTFS Files and Data Storage
NTFS Attributes-I
NTFS Attributes-II
NTFS Data Stream-I
NTFS Data Stream-II
Demo - Alternate Data Streams
Demo - LADS
NTFS Compressed Files
NTFS Encrypted File Systems (EFS)
EFS File Structure
EFS Recovery Key Agent-I
EFS Recovery Key Agent -II
EFS Key
Deleting NTFS Files
Registry Data-I
Registry Data-II
Registry Data-III
Examining Registry Data
FAT vs. NTFS
Demo - FAT vs NTFS
Ext2
Ext3
HFS
CDFS
RAID Storage System
RAID Levels
Demo - RAID
Recover Data from Unallocated Space Using File Carving Process
Evidor
WinHex
Logicube Tools
Logicube: CloneCard Pro
ImageMASSter: ImageMASSter 4008i
eDR Solutions: Hard Disk Crusher
Demo - Mac Match
Module 08 - Review

Module 09 - Digital Media Devices 35m

Digital Media Devices
Magnetic Tape
Floppy Disk
Compact Disk
CD-ROM
DVD
DVD-R, DVD+R, and DVD+R(W)
DVD-RW, DVD+RW
DVD Differences
DVD+R DL/ DVD-R DL/ DVD-RAM
Blu-Ray
Network Attached Storage (NAS)
iPod
Zune
Flash Memory Cards
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card
Secure Digital Input Output (SDIO) Card
Secure Digital Input Output (SDIO)
Compact Flash (CF) Memory Card
Memory Stick (MS) Memory Card
Multi Media Memory Card (MMC)
xD-Picture Card (xD)
SmartMedia Memory (SM) Card
Solid-State Drive (SSD)
Tape Libraries and Autoloaders
WD VelociRaptor
Hybrid Hard Drive
Holographic Data Storage
ExpressCard
USB Flash Drives
Demo - USB Deview
NOR / NAND Flash
E-ball Futuristic Computer
Different Models of Digital Devices
Different Types of Pocket Hard Drives
Different Types of Network-Attached Storage Devices
Different Types of Digital Camera Devices
Different Types of Digital Video Cameras
Different Types of Mobile Devices
Mobile Devices in the Future
Module 09 - Review

Module 10 - CD/DVD Forensics 15m

CD/DVD Forensics
SID Code
Pre-Requisite for CD/DVD Forensics
Steps for CD Forensics
Collect the CD/DVD Evidence
Precautions while Collecting the Evidence
Document the Scene
Preserve the Evidence
Create an Image of a CD/DVD
Recover Data from Damaged or Corrupted CDs/DVDs
Data Analysis
Identify Pirated CD/DVDs
Original and Pirated CD/DVDs
CD/DVD Imaging Tools
CD/DVD Data Recovery Tools
CD & DVD Data Recovery Services
Module 10 - Review

Module 11 - Windows Linux Macintosh Boot Process 53m

Windows Linux Macintosh Boot Process
Terminologies
Boot Loader
Boot Sector
Anatomy of MBR
Windows Boot Sequence
Linux Boot Sequence
Macintosh Boot Sequence
Windows XP Boot Process
Windows Vista Boot Sequence
Vista Boot Process
Linux Boot Process
Common Startup Files in UNIX
List of Important Directories in UNIX
Linux Boot Process cont.
Linux Boot Process Steps
Step 1: The Boot Manager
GRUB: Boot Loader
Step 2: init
Step 2.1: /etc/inittab
Runlevels
The Run Level Scripts
How Processes in Run Level Starts
Run Level Actions
Step 3: Services
Step 4: More inittab
Operating Modes
Macintosh Boot Process
Mac OS X
Mac OS X Hidden Files
Booting Mac OS X (Supported on Non-Intel Macs)
Screenshot
Mac OS X Boot Options
The Mac OS X Boot Process
Module 11 - Review

Module 12 - Windows Forensics I 3hr 48m

Windows Forensics I
Volatile Information
Demo - Volatile Information
Non-Volatile Information
Module Overview
System Time
Demo - System Time
Demo - Uptime
Logged-On-Users
Open Files
Demo - Open Files
Net File Command
Psfile Tool
Openfiles Command
NetBIOS Name Table Cache
Network Connections
Netstat with –ano Switch: Screenshot
Netstat with the –r Switch: Screenshot
Demo - Networking Command Line Tools
Process Information
Tlist Tool
Tasklist Command
Tasklist with the /v Switch: Screenshot
Pslist Tool
Listdlls Tool
Handle Tool
Demo - Process Explorer
Process-to-Port Mapping
Netstat Command
Fport Tool
Openports Tool
Network Status
Ipconfig Command
Demo - TCP View
Demo - IP2
Promiscdetect Tool
Promqry Tool
Other Important Information
Demo - System Information
Collecting Nonvolatile Information
Examining File Systems
Registry Settings
Microsoft Security ID
Event Logs
Index.dat File
Vista Index.dat Location
Demo - Index.dat File
Text View of an Index.dat File
Devices and Other Information
Demo - PS Tools
Demo - Agile
DevCon Screenshot
Slack Space
Slack Space Information Collection
Virtual Memory
Tool: DriveSpy
Swap File
Windows Search Index
Tool: Search Index Examiner
Collecting Hidden Partition Information
Hidden ADS Streams
Windows Memory Analysis
Importance of Memory Dump
EProcess Structure
Process Creation Mechanism
Parsing Memory Contents
Demo - Parsing Memory Contents
Collecting Process Memory
Windows Registry Analysis
Registry Contents
Demo - Windows Registry Editors Overview
Registry Structure within a Hive File
Registry Analysis
System Information
Time Zone Information
Shares
Audit Policy
Demo - Win Audit
Demo - Audit Policy
Wireless SSIDs
Autostart Locations
Demo - System Config Utility
System Boot
User Login
User Activity
Enumerating Autostart Registry Locations
USB Removable Storage Devices
Mounted Devices
Finding Users
Tracking User Activity
The UserAssist Keys
MRU Lists
Search Assistant
Connecting to Other Systems
Analyzing Restore Point Registry Settings
Demo - Using System Restore
Determining the Startup Locations
Demo - Finding Auto Run Using Regedt32
Cache, Cookie and History Analysis
Cache, Cookie and History Analysis in IE
Demo - IE Analysis
Cache, Cookie and History Analysis in Firefox/Netscape
Browsing Analysis Tool: Pasco
Tool - IE Cache View
Forensic Tool: Cache Monitor
IE Cookie Analysis
Tool - IECookiesView
Tool - IE Sniffer
MD5 Calculation
MD5 Algorithm
MD5 Pseudocode
MD5 Generator: Chaos MD5
Demo - Hashing
Secure Hash Signature Generator
Windows File Analysis
Recycle Bin
System Restore Points
Prefetch Files
Shortcut Files
Searching with Event Viewer
Word Documents
PDF Documents
Image Files
File Signature Analysis
NTFS Alternate Data Streams
Executable File Analysis
Documentation Before Analysis
Static Analysis Process
Search Strings
PE Header Analysis
Import Table Analysis
Export Table Analysis
Dynamic Analysis Process
Creating Test Environment
Collecting Information Using Tools
Dynamic Analysis Steps
Metadata Investigation
Metadata
Types of Metadata
Metadata in Different File Systems
Viewing Metadata
Demo - ReSysInfo
Demo - Anti-Forensics
Module 12 - Review

Module 13 - Windows Forensics II 48m

Windows Forensics II
Understanding Events
Event Record Structure
Vista Event Logs
Demo - Windows Server Event Viewer
IIS Logs
Parsing IIS Logs
Parsing FTP Logs
Parsing DHCP Server Logs
Parsing Windows Firewall Logs
Using the Microsoft Log Parser
Evaluating Account Management Events
Examining Audit Policy Change Events
Examining System Log Entries
Examining Application Log Entries
Using EnCase to Examine Windows Event Log Files
Windows Event Log Files Internals
Window Password Issues
Understanding Windows Password Storage
Cracking Windows Passwords Stored on Running Systems
Exploring Windows Authentication Mechanisms
Sniffing and Cracking Windows Authentication Exchanges
Cracking Offline Passwords
Module 13 - Review

Module 14 - Linux Forensics 1hr 6m

Linux Forensics
Introduction of Linux OS
Linux Boot Sequence
File System Description
Common Directories / Contents
Linux Forensics
Use of Linux as a Forensics Tool
Advantages of Linux in Forensics
Disadvantages of Linux in Forensics
Precautions During Investigation
Recognizing Partitions in Linux
Mount Command
Demo - Linux Drive Mounting
Floppy Disk Analysis
Hard Disk Analysis
Linux Crash Utility
Crash Commands
Case Examples
Case Example I
Step-by-Step Approach to Case
Challenges in Disk Forensics with Linux
Case Example II
Step-by-Step Approach to Case
Linux Forensics Tools
Popular Linux Forensics Tools
The Sleuth Kit
Tools in “The Sleuth Kit”
The Evidence Analysis Techniques in Autopsy
SMART for Linux
Features of SMART for Linux
SMART: Screenshots 1
SMART: Screenshots 2
Penguin Sleuth
The Farmer's Boot CD
Demo - Helix
Forensix
Tool: Maresware
Module 14 - Review
Module 15 - Mac Forensics 1hr
Mac Forensics
Mac OS X
Partitioning Schemes
Apple Partition Map(APM)
Apple Partition Map Entry Record
GUID Partition Table
Mac OS X File System
HFS+ File System
Mac OS X Directory Structure
Mac Security Architecture Overview
Screenshot: Mac Security Architecture
Pre-requisites for Mac Forensics
Obtaining System Date and Time
Single User Mode
Determining and Resetting Open Firmware Password
Checking Plist Files
Gathering Network Setting Information from Plist Files
Collect User Home Directory Information
Forensic Information in User Library Folder
Collect User Accounts Information
User IDs
Gathering User Information from Plist files
Use Spotlight for Keyword Search
Cracking File Vault
POSIX Permissions
Viewing POSIX Permissions
Viewing ACL Permissions
Mac OS X Log Files
Locating iChat Configuration File
Checking Instant Messaging Configuration Plist Files
Viewing iChat Logs
Gathering Safari Information
Checking Wi-Fi Support
Checking Bluetooth Support
Gathering Information from Printer Spool (CUPS)
Vulnerable Features of Mac
Imaging a Target Macintosh
Target Disk Mode
LiveCD Method
Drive Removal
Acquiring the Encrypted User Home Directory
.Mac and Related Evidence
Quick View Plus
Cover Flow
Module 15 – Review

Module 16 - Data Acquisition and Duplication 1hr 16m

Data Acquisition and Duplication
Data Acquisition
Data Acquisition Terminology
Types of Data Acquisition Systems
Determining the Best Acquisition Methods
Data Recovery Contingencies
Data Acquisition Mistakes
Data Duplication
Issues with Data Duplication
Data Duplication in Mobile Multi-Database System
Data Duplication System Used in USB Devices
Data Backup
Data Acquisition Tools and Commands
MS-DOS Data Acquisition Tool: DriveSpy
Using Windows Data Acquisition Tools
FTK Imager
Acquiring Data on Linux
Demo - Using DD
Demo - Netcat
Demo - Mount Image Pro
Demo - Snapshot
Data Acquisition Toolbox
Data Acquisition Tool: SafeBack
Demo - Data Acquisition
Demo - Data Acquisition II
Hardware Tool: Image MASSter Solo-3 Forensic
Image MASSter Solo-3 Forensic
Image MASSter: RoadMASSter -3
Image MASSter: Wipe MASSter
Image MASSter: DriveLock
Logicube: Echo PLUS & Sonix
Logicube: OmniPORT
Logicube: Forensic MD5
Logicube: RAID I/O Adapter
Logicube: GPStamp
Logicube: CellDEK
Data Duplication Tools
Data Duplication Tool: R-drive Image
Data Duplication Tool: DriveLook
Data Duplication Tool: DiskExplorer
Demo - File Recovery
Hardware Tool: ImageMASSter 6007SAS
Hardware Tool: Disk Jockey IT
SCSIPAK
IBM DFSMSdss
DeepSpar: Disk Imager Forensic Edition
DeepSpar: 3D Data Recovery
Phase 1 Tool: PC-3000 Drive Restoration System
Phase 2 Tool: DeepSpar Disk Imager
Phase 3 Tool: PC-3000 Data Extractor
MacQuisition
MacQuisition: Screenshot
Module 16 – Review

Module 17 – Recovering Deleted Files and Partitions 43m

Recovering Deleted Files and Partitions
Recovering Deleted Files
Deleting Files
What Happens When a File is Deleted in Windows
Recycle Bin in Windows
Storage Locations of Recycle Bin in FAT and NTFS System
How the Recycle Bin Works
Damaged or Deleted INFO File
Damaged Files in Recycled Folder
Damaged Recycle Folder
How to Undelete a File
Data Recovery in Linux
Tools to Recover Deleted Files
Tool: Search and Recover
Tool: Zero Assumption Digital Image Recovery
More Tools to Recover Deleted Files
Tool: Mycroft V3
Tool: PC ParaChute
Other Tools to Recover Deleted Files
Tool: Image Recall
Tool: eIMAGE Recovery
Demo - Handy Recovery
Demo - Recovering Files and Partitions
Tools to Recover Deleted Files
Recovering Deleted Partitions
Deletion of Partition
Deletion of Partition using Windows
Deletion of Partition using Command Line
Recovery of Deleted Partition
Recovering Deleted Partition Tools
Tool: TestDisk
ThumbsDisplay
Demo - HD Tune
Module 17 - Review

Module 18 - Forensic Investigation Using AccessData FTK 1hr 20m

Forensic Investigation Using AccessData FTK
Forensic Toolkit (FTK)
Features of FKT
Installation of FTK
Demo - Installing FTK V1.7
Software Requirement
Installing FTK
FTK Installation
Codemeter Stick Installation
Oracle Installation
Single Computer Installation
Choosing An Evidence Server
Installing the KFF Library
Installing on Separate Computers
Demo - KFF Install v1.7
Setting Up The Application Administrator
Case Manager Window
Toolbar Components
Properties Pane
Hex Interpreter Pane
Web Tab
Filtered Tab
Text Tab
Hex Tab
Explore Tab
Quickpicks Filter
Data Processing Status Dialog
Email Tab
Graphics Tab
Thumbnails Pane
Bookmarks Tab
Live Search Tab
Index Search Tab
Creating Tabs
Launching FTK
Working with FTK
Creating A Case
Demo - Creating a New Case with FTK v1.7
Demo - FTK
Evidence Processing Options
Selecting Data Carving Options
Selecting Evidence Discovery Options
Selecting Evidence Refinement (Advanced) Options
Selecting Index Refinement (Advanced) Options
Refining an Index by File Date/Size
Adding Evidence
Backing Up the Case
Restoring a Case
Deleting a Case
Working with Cases
Opening an Existing Case
Adding Evidence
Selecting a Language
Additional Analysis
Properties Tab
The Hex Interpreter Tab
Using The Bookmark Information Pane
Creating a Bookmark
Bookmarking Selected Text
Adding Evidence to an Existing Bookmark
Moving A Bookmark
Removing A Bookmark
Deleting Files From A Bookmark
Verifying Drive Image Integrity
Copying Information From FTK
Exporting File List Info
Exporting the Word List
Creating a Fuzzy Hash Library
Selecting Fuzzy Hash Options During Initial Processing
Additional Analysis Fuzzy Hashing
Comparing Files Using Fuzzy Hashing
Viewing Fuzzy Hash Results
Demo - Opening a Case Run Data Carving and Bookmark Evidence
Searching A Case
Conducting A Live Search
Customizing The Live Search Tab
Documenting Search Results
Using Copy Special to Document Search Results
Bookmarking Search Results
Data Carving
Using Filters
Creating A Filter
Refining A Filter
Decrypting Encrypted Files
Decrypting Files And Folders
Decrypting Domain Account EFS Files
Decrypting Safeguard Utimaco Files
Working with Reports
Creating A Report
Saving Settings
Including Bookmarks
Including Graphics
Selecting a File Path List
Selecting a File Properties List
Registry Selections
Selecting the Report Location
PDF Report
Customizing the Interface
Module 18 - Review

Module 19 - Forensics Investigations Using EnCase 23m

Forensics Investigations Using EnCase
Evidence File
Verifying Evidence Files
Evidence File Format
Verifying File Integrity
Hashing
Acquiring Image
Configuring EnCase
EnCase Options Screen
EnCase Screens
View Menu
Device Tab
Viewing Files and Folders
Bottom Pane
Viewers in View Pane
Status Bar
Searching
Keywords
Keywords: Screenshot
Adding Keywords
Grouping
Add Multiple Keywords
Starting the Search
Search Hits Tab
Search Hits
Bookmarks
Creating Bookmarks
Adding Bookmarks
Bookmarking Selected Data
Recovering Deleted Files/folders in FAT Partition
Viewing Recovered Files
Recovering Folders in NTFS
Master Boot Record
Bookmark Data
NTFS Starting Point
Viewing Disk Geometry
Recovering Deleted Partitions
Hash Values
Creating Hash Sets
MD5 Hash
Creating Hash
Viewers
Signature Analysis
Viewing the Results
Copy/UnErase Files or Folders
E-mail Recovery
Reporting
Final Report
Demo - Encase
Module 19 - Review

Module 20 – Steganography 1hr 30m

Steganography
Model of Stegosystem
Steganography Concepts
Application of Steganography
Classification of Steganography
Technical Steganography
Linguistic Steganography
Digital Steganography Techniques
Injection
Least Significant Bit (LSB)
Transform Domain Techniques
Spread Spectrum Techniques
Perceptual Masking
Cover Generation Technique
Statistical Method Technique
Distortion Technique
Different Forms of Steganography
Text File Steganography
Image File Steganography
Steganography Technique in Image File
Least Significant Bit Insertion in Image Files
Demo - Imagehide Steg Tool
Masking and Filtering in Image Files
Algorithms and Transformation
Audio File Steganography
Low-Bit Encoding in Audio Files
Phase Coding
Spread Spectrum
Echo Data Hiding
Video File Steganography
Steganographic File System
Issues in Information Hiding
Demo - Stegoarchive.com Website Software
Cryptography
Model of Cryptosystem
Steganography vs. Cryptography
Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
Key Management Protocols
Watermarking
What is Watermarking?
Case Study
Steganography vs. Watermarking
Types of Watermarks
Attacks on Watermarking
Application of Watermarking
Currency Watermarking
Digimarc's Digital Watermarking
Watermarking – Mosaic Attack
Mosaic Attack – Javascript Code
Steganography Detection
How to Detect Steganography
Detecting Steganography
Detecting Text, Image, Audio and Video Steganography
Counterfeit Detection
Steganalysis
Steganalysis Methods/Attacks on Steganography
Disabling or Active Attacks
Introduction to Stego-Forensics
Steganography in the Future
Hiding Information in DNA
Unethical Use of Steganography
TEMPEST
Emission Security or Emanations Security (EMSEC)
Van Eck Phreaking
Legal Use of Steganography
Steganography Tools
Steganography Tool: S- Tools
Demo - S-Tools
Steganography Tool: Steghide
Tool: Mp3Stego
Tool: Invisible Secrets 4
Tool: Stegdetect
Stego Suite – Steg Detection Tool
Tool: Snow
Steganography Tools cont.
Demo - Stegonagraphy
Module 20 - Review

Module 21 - Image File Forensics 47m

Image File Forensics
Common Terminologies
Introduction to Image Files
Understanding Vector Images
Understanding Raster Images
Metafile Graphics
Image File Formats
Understanding Image File Formats
GIF (Graphics Interchange Format)
JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)
JPEG File Structure
JPEG 2000
BMP (Bitmap) File
PNG (Portable Network Graphics)
Tagged Image File Format (TIFF)
TIFF File Structure
ZIP (Zone Information Protocol)
Best Practices for Forensic Image Analysis
Use MATLAB for Forensic Image Processing
Advantages of MATLAB
How File Compression Works?
Understanding Data Compression
Huffman Coding Algorithm
Lempel-Ziv Coding Algorithm
Lossy Compression
Vector Quantization
Locating and Recovering Image Files
Analyzing Image File Headers
Repairing Damaged Headers
Reconstructing File Fragments
Identifying Unknown File Formats
Identifying Image File Fragments
Image File Forensic Tools
Demo - Image Forensics
GFE Stealth - Forensics Graphics File Extractor Tool
Identifying Copyright Issues on Graphics
Module 21 - Review

Module 22 - Audio File Forensics 27m

Audio File Forensics
Audio Forensics
Why Audio Forensics?
Use of Voice as a Tool
Fast Fourier Transform (FFT)
FFT Analysis: Screenshot 1
FFT Analysis: Screenshot 2
Methodologies of Audio Forensics
Voice Identification
Audibility Analysis
Audio Enhancement
Audio Enhancement: Screenshots
Authenticity Analysis
Sound Identification
Event Sequence Analysis
Dialogue Decoding
Remnant Signal Analysis
Integrity Verification of the Audio
Audio Forensics Process
Audio Forensics Process: Evidence Handling
Audio Forensics Process: Preparation of Exemplars
Audio Forensics Process: Preparation of Copies
Audio Forensics Process: Preliminary Examination
Audio Forensics Process: Analog to Digital Conversion
Audio Forensics Process: Preparation of Spectrograms
Audio Forensics Process: Spectrographic Analysis
Sound Spectrograph
Sound Recordings As Evidence In Court Proceedings
Audio File Manipulation
Tools
DCLive Forensics
Zoom H2 Portable Digital Recorder
CEDAR for Windows
Audio File Forensic Tools
Module 22 - Review
Module 24 - Application Password Crackers 43m
Application Password Crackers
Password - Terminology
What is a Password Cracker?
How Does a Password Cracker Work?
Password Cracking Methods
Various Password Cracking Methods
Brute Force Attack
Brute Force Attack Time Estimator
Dictionary Attack
Syllable Attack/ Rule-based Attack/ Hybrid Attack
Password Guessing
Rainbow Attack
Time Needed to Crack Passwords
Classification of Cracking Software
Demo - Password Cracking
System Password Cracking
System Level Password Cracking
CMOS Level Password Cracking
Tool: CmosPwd
ERD Commander
Active Password Changer
Application Password Cracking
Application Software Password Cracker
Demo - Application Password Cracking
Distributed Network Attack
Default Password Database
Password Cracking Tools
Password Recommendations for Improving Password Security
Standard Password Advice
Demo - Password Assistant
Module 24 - Review

Module 26 - Network Forensics and Investigating Logs 44m

Network Forensics and Investigating Logs
Network Forensics
The Intrusion Process
Network Vulnerabilities
Network Attacks
Where to Look for Evidence
Investigating Logs
Postmortem and Real-Time Analysis
Handling Logs as Evidence
Log File Authenticity
Use Signatures, Encryption, and Checksums
Work with Copies
Ensure System Integrity
Access Control
Chain of Custody
Condensing Log File
Log Injection Attacks
New Line Injection Attack
New Line Injection Attack Countermeasure
Separator Injection Attack
Defending Separator Injection Attack
Timestamp Injection Attack
Defending Timestamp Injection Attack
Word Wrap Abuse Attack
Defending Word Wrap Abuse Attack
Other Kinds of Log File Attacks
Module 26 - Review

Module 27 - Investigating Network Traffic 1hr 34m

Investigating Network Traffic
Network Addressing Schemes
OSI Reference Model
TCP/ IP Protocol
Overview of Network Protocols
Overview of Physical and Data-Link Layer of the OSI Model
Overview of Network and Transport Layer of the OSI Model
Types of Network Attacks
Why Investigate Network Traffic
Evidence Gathering Via Sniffing
Demo - Investigating Network Traffic
Acquiring Traffic Using DNS Poisoning Techniques
Intranet DNS Spoofing (Local Network)
Demo - DNS Spoofing (Local Network)
Internet DNS Spoofing (Remote Network)
Internet DNS Spoofing
Proxy Server DNS Poisoning
DNS Cache Poisoning
Demo - DNS Analysis
Evidence Gathering From ARP Table
Evidence Gathering at the Data-link Layer: DHCP Database
Screenshot: DHCP Log
Gathering Evidence by IDS
Traffic Capturing and Analysis Tools
Tool: Tcpdump
Screenshot: Tcpdump
Tool: Windump
Tool: NetIntercept
Tool: Wireshark
Demo - Wireshark
Snort Intrusion Detection System
Snort IDS Placement
IDS Policy Manager
Documenting the Evidence Gathered on a Network
Evidence Reconstruction for Investigation
Module 27 – Review

Module 28 - Router Forensics 1hr 23m

Router Forensics
Router
Functions of a Router
A Router in an OSI Model
Routing Table and its Components
Router Architecture
Routing Information Protocol
Implications of a Router Attack
Routers Vulnerabilities
Types of Router Attacks
Router Attack Topology
Denial of Service (DoS) Attacks
Packet “Mistreating” Attacks
Routing Table Poisoning
Hit-and-Run and Persistent Attacks
Router Forensics vs. Traditional Forensics
Steps for Investigating Router Attacks
Seize the Router and Maintain Chain of Custody
Guidelines for the Router Forensic
Incident Response
Recording Session
Accessing the Router
Volatile Evidence
Obtaining Configuration of Router
Volatile Evidence Gathering
Direct Access: Using Show Commands
Indirect Access: Using Scanning Tool
Compare the Configuration of Router
Examine the Router Table
Examine the Access Control List
Router Logs
Demo - Router Forensics
Link Logger
Link Logger: Screenshot
Logging
Handling a Direct Compromise Incident
Other Incidents
Real Time Forensics
Router Audit Tool (RAT)
Generate the Report
Module 28 - Review

Module 29 - Investigating Wireless Attacks 35m

Investigating Wireless Attacks
Wireless Networking Technologies
Wireless Networks
Wireless Attacks
Passive Attack
Threats from Electronic Emanations
Active Attacks on Wireless Networks
Denial-of-Service Attacks
Man-in-the-Middle Attack (MITM)
Hijacking and Modifying a Wireless Network
Network Forensics in a Wireless Environment
Steps for Investigation
Key Points to Remember
Points You Should Not Overlook While Investigating the Wireless Network
Obtain a Search Warrant
Document the Scene and Maintain Chain Of Custody
Identify Wireless Devices
Wireless Components
Search for Additional Devices
Detect Wireless Connections
Detect Wireless Enabled Computers
Manual Detection of Wireless APs
Active Wireless Scanning Technique
Passive Wireless Scanning Technique
Capture Wireless Traffic
Tool: Wireshark
Determine Wireless Field Strength: Field Strength Meters (FSM)
Prepare Wireless Zones & Hotspots Maps
Methods to Access a Wireless Access Point
Direct-connect to the Wireless Access Point
Default Credentials List
Direct-connect to the Wireless Access Point
Rogue Access Point
Tools to Detect Rogue Access Points: Netstumbler
“Sniffing” Traffic Between the Access Point and Associated Devices
MAC Address Information
Check for MAC Filtering
Changing the MAC Address
Report Generation
Module 29 - Review

Module 30 - Investigating Web Attacks 1hr 17m

Investigating Web Attacks
Scenario
Indications of a Web Attack
Types of Web Attacks
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Anatomy of CSRF Attack
Pen-Testing CSRF Validation Fields
SQL Injection Attacks
Investigating SQL Injection Attacks
Code Injection Attack
Investigating Code Injection Attack
Parameter Tampering
Cookie Poisoning
Investigating a Cookie Poisoning Attack
Buffer Overflow/Cookie Snooping
Detecting Buffer Overflow
DMZ Protocol Attack / Zero Day Attack
Authentication Hijacking
Investigating Authentication Hijacking
Log Tampering
Directory Traversal
Cryptographic Interception
URL Interpretation and Impersonation Attack
Overview of Web Logs
Investigating Web Attack
Investigating FTP Servers
Investigating IIS Logs
Investigating Apache Logs
Investigating Web Attacks in Windows Based Servers
Web Page Defacement
Defacement Using DNS Compromise
Investigating DNS Poisoning
Intrusion Detection
Security Strategies for Web Applications
Investigating Static and Dynamic IP Address
Checklist for Web Security
Log Analyzer: Server Log Analysis
Web Attack Investigation Tools
Demo - Locating IP Addresses
Module 30 - Review

Module 31 - Investigating DoS Attacks 45m

Investigating DoS Attacks
DoS Attack
Indications of a DoS/DDoS Attack
Types of DoS Attacks
Ping of Death Attack
Teardrop Attack
SYN Flooding
Demo - SYN Flooding
Land
Smurf
Fraggle and Snork Attack
Windows Out-Of-Band (OOB) Attack and Buffer Overflow
Nuke Attacks and Reflected Attack
Demo - Investigation DoS Attacks
DDoS Attack
Working of DDoS Attacks
Classification of DDoS Attack
DDoS Attack Taxonomy
DoS Attack Modes
Techniques to Detect DoS Attack
Demo - Smart Sniff
Techniques to Detect DoS Attack: Activity Profiling
Techniques to Detect DoS Attack: Sequential Change-Point Detection
Techniques to Detect DoS Attack: Wavelet-based Signal Analysis
Monitoring CPU Utilization to Detect DoS Attacks
Detecting DoS Attacks using Cisco NetFlow
Detecting DoS Attacks using Network Intrusion Detection System (NIDS)
Investigating DoS Attack
Demo - 3D Trace Route
ICMP Traceback
Hop by Hop IP Traceback
Challenges in Investigating DoS Attack
Module 31 - Review

Module 33 - Investigating Internet Crimes 1hr 20m

Investigating Internet Crimes
Internet Crimes
Internet Forensics
Why Internet Forensics?
Goals of Investigation
Steps to Investigate Internet Crimes
Obtain a Search Warrant
Interview the Victim
Prepare Bit-Stream Copies
Check the Logs
Identify the Source of the Attack
IP Address
Internet Assigned Numbers Authority
Regional Internet Registry (RIR)
Internet Service Provider
Trace the IP Address of the Attacker Computer
Domain Name System (DNS)
DNS Record Manipulation
DNS Lookup
Nslookup
Analyze the Whois Information
Whois
Whois Tools and Utilities
Samspade
IP Address Locator
Tracing Geographical Location of a URL
Demo – Investigating Internet Crimes
Traceroute
Collect the Evidence
Examining Information in Cookies
Viewing Cookies in Firefox
Tool: Cookie Viewer
Switch URL Redirection
Embedded JavaScript
Downloading a Single Page or an Entire Web Site
Tool: My Offline Browser
Tool: WayBack Machine
Trace the Email
Email Headers Forging
Viewing Header Information
Tracing Back Spam Mail
VisualRoute
Demo - Visual Route
Report Generation
Module 33 - Review

Module 34 - Tracking Emails and Investigating Email Crimes 57m

Tracking Emails and Investigating Email Crimes
Email System
Email Client
Email Server
SMTP Server
POP3 and IMAP Servers
Importance of Electronic Records Management
Email Crime
Spamming
Mail Bombing/Mail Storm
Crime via Chat Rooms
Identity Fraud/Chain Letter
Phishing
Email Spoofing
Investigating Email Crime and Violations
Obtain a Search Warrant and Seize the Computer and Email Account
Obtain a Bit-by-Bit Image of Email Information
Email Message
Viewing Header in Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Outlook Header
Viewing Header in AOL
Example: Rudy Sends an E-Mail to Timmy
Analysis of Email Header to Timmy
Received: Headers
Forging Headers
List of Common Headers
Examining Additional Files (.pst or .ost files)
Pst File Location
Microsoft Outlook Mail
Examine the Originating IP Address
http://centralops.net/co/
Exchange Message Tracking Center
MailDetective Tool
Examine Phishing
Forensic Tool Kit (FTK)
Recover My Email for Outlook
Tracing Back
Tracing Back Web Based Email
Demo - Email Trace
Abuse.Net
Tool: LoPe
Tool:eMailTrackerPro
Module 34 - Review

Module 35 - PDA Forensics 31m

PDA Forensics
Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)
Information Stored in PDAs
PDA Components
Obama's new BlackBerry
Secure Baby…
PDA Characteristics
Generic PDA Hardware Diagram
Palm OS
Architecture of Palm OS Devices
Pocket PC
Architecture for Windows Mobile
Linux-based PDAs
Architecture of the Linux OS for PDAs
PDA Generic States
PDA Security Issues
ActiveSync and HotSync Features
ActiveSync Attacks
HotSync Attack
PDA Forensics
PDA Forensic Steps
Points to Remember while Conducting Investigation
Acquire the Information
Data Acquisition Techniques
PDA Forensics Tools
PDA Secure
PDASecure: Screenshot
Device Seizure
DS Lite
PDA Security Countermeasures
Module 35 - Review

Module 36 - BlackBerry Forensics 23m

BlackBerry Forensics
BlackBerry
How BlackBerry Works
BlackBerry Serial Protocol
Blackjacking Attack
BlackBerry Attack Toolkit
BlackBerry Attachment Service Vulnerability
TeamOn Import Object ActiveX Control Vulnerability
Denial of Service in BlackBerry Browser
BlackBerry Security
BlackBerry Wireless Security
BlackBerry Security for Wireless Data
Prerequisites for Blackberry Forensics
Steps for BlackBerry Forensics
Imaging and Profiling in BlackBerry
Acquire the Information
Hidden Data in BlackBerry
Acquire Logs Information from BlackBerry
Program Loader
Review of Information
Simulator: Screenshot
BlackBerry Signing Authority Tool
Forensics Tool: RIM BlackBerry Physical Plug-in
ABC Amber BlackBerry Converter
Pocket PC
BlackBerry Database Viewer Plus
Module 36 - Review

Module 37 - iPod and iPhone Forensics 31m

iPod and iPhone Forensics
News: Students Charged: iPod used as Criminal Tool
iPod
iPhone Overview
What a Criminal Can Do with an iPod
What a Criminal Can Do with an iPhone
iPhone OS Overview
iPhone Disk Partitions
Apple HFS+ and FAT32
Application Formats
iPod and iPhone Forensics cont.
Evidence Stored on iPod and iPhone
Forensic Prerequisites
Collecting iPod/iPhone Connected with Mac
Collecting iPod/iPhone Connected with Windows
Disable Automatic Syncing
Write Blocking
Write Blocking in Different OS
Image the Evidence
View the iPod System Partition
View the Data Partition
Break Passcode to Access the Locked iPhone
Acquire DeviceInfo File
Acquire SysInfo File
SysInfo File
Recover IPSW File
Check the Internet Connection Status
View Firmware Version
Recover Network Information
Recovering Data from SIM Card
Acquire the User Account Information
View the Calendar and Contact Entries
Recovering Photos
Recovering Address Book Entries
Recovering Calendar Events
Recovering Call Logs
Recovering Map Tile Images
Recovering Cookies
Recovering Cached and Deleted Email
Recover Deleted Files
Forensic Information from the Windows Registry
Forensic Information from the Windows: setupapi.log
Recovering SMS Messages
Timeline Generation
Time Issues
Module 37 - Review

Module 38 - Cell Phone Forensics 22m

Cell Phone Forensics
Mobile Phone
Hardware Characteristics of Mobile Devices
Software Characteristics of Mobile Devices
Components of Cellular Network
Cellular Network
Different Cellular Networks
Different OS in Mobile Phone
What a Criminal Can do with Mobiles
Mobile Forensics
Forensics Information in Mobile Phones
Subscriber Identity Module (SIM)
Integrated Circuit Card Identification (ICCID)
International Mobile Equipment Identifier (IMEI)
Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
Precautions to be Taken Before Investigation
Points to Remember While Collecting the Evidence
Acquire the Information
Acquire Data from SIM Cards
Acquire Data from Unobstructed Mobile Devices
Acquire the Data from Obstructed Mobile Devices
Memory Considerations in Mobiles
Acquire Data from Memory Cards
Memory Cards
Acquire Data from Synched Devices
Gather Data from Network Operator
Check Call Data Records (CDR’s)
Challenges for Forensic Efforts
Module 38 - Review

Module 41 - Investigating Corporate Espionage 45m

Investigating Corporate Espionage
Introduction to Corporate Espionage
Motives Behind Spying
Information that Corporate Spies Seek
Corporate Espionage: Insider/Outsider Threat
Threat of Corporate Espionage Due to Aggregation of Information
Techniques of Spying
Defense Against Corporate Spying
Controlled Access
Background Investigation of the Personnel
Basic Security Measures to Protect Against Corporate Spying
Steps to Prevent Corporate Espionage
Investigating Corporate Espionage Cases
Employee Monitoring: Activity Monitor
Spector CNE Employee Monitoring Software
Tool: Privatefirewall with Pest Patrol
Anti Spy Tools
Demo - Spy Sweeper
Demo - Hijack This
Guidelines While Writing Employee Monitoring Policies
Module 41 - Review

Module 43 - Investigate Trademark and Copyright Infringement 25m

Investigate Trademark and Copyright Infringement
Trademark Infringement
Trademarks
Trademark Eligibility and Benefits of Registering It
Service Marks and Trade Dress
Trademark Infringement
Monitoring Trademark Infringements
Key Considerations Before Investigating Trademark Infringements
Steps for Investigating Trademark Infringements
Copyright Infringement
Copyright
Investigating Copyright Status
How Long Does a Copyright Last?
U.S. Copyright Office
How Are Copyrights Enforced ?
Copyright Infringement: Plagiarism
Types of Plagiarism
Steps for Plagiarism Prevention
Plagiarism Detection Factors
Plagiarism Detection Tools
Patent Infringement
Patent
Patent Infringement (Cont.)
Types of Patent Infringement
Patent Search
http://www.ip.com
How ip.com Works
Domain Name Infringement
How to Check for Domain Name Infringement
Intellectual Property
Investigating Intellectual Property Theft
Steps for Investigating Intellectual Property Theft
Digital Rights Management
Windows Media Digital Rights Management
Media-DRM Packager
Trademarks and Copyright Laws
U.S. Laws for Trademarks and Copyright
Module 43 - Review
Module 44 - Investigating Sexual Harassment Incidents 27m
Investigating Sexual Harassment Incidents
Sexual Harassment
Types of Sexual Harassment
Consequences of Sexual Harassment
What You Should Do if You are Being Sexually Harassed
Stalking
Stalking Behaviors
Responsibilities of Supervisors
Responsibilities of Employees
Complaint Procedures
Investigation Process
Sexual Harassment Investigations
Sexual Harassment Policy
Preventive Steps
U.S. Laws on Sexual Harassment
Australian Laws on Sexual Harassment
Indian Law: Sexual Harassment of Women in the Workplace
Module 44 - Review

Module 45 - Investigating Child Pornography Cases 45m

Investigating Child Pornography Cases
Introduction to Child Pornography
People’s Motive Behind Child Pornography
People Involved in Child Pornography
Role of Internet in Child Pornography
Measures to Prevent Dissemination of Child Pornography
Challenges in Controlling Child Pornography
Precautions before Investigating Child Pornography Cases
Steps for Investigating Child Pornography
Step 1: Search and Seize all Computers and Media Devices
Step 2: Check Authenticated Login Sessions
Step 3: Search Hard Disk for Pornographic Material
Step 4: Recover Deleted Files and Folders
Step 5: Check Metadata of Files and Folders Related with Pornography
Step 6: Check and Recover the Browser Information
Browsing History, Save Form, and Search History
Download History
Cache
Cookies
Saved Passwords
Authenticated Sessions
Step 7: Check ISP Logs
Sources of Digital Evidence
Guidelines to Avoid Child Pornography on Web
Guidelines for Parents to Reduce the Risk of Child being Porned
Reveal
ChatGuard
U.S. Laws against Child Pornography
U.K. Laws against Child Pornography
Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA)
Perverted Justice
Module 45 - Review
Module 50 - Investigative Reports 24m
Investigative Reports
Computer Forensic Report
Computer Forensics Report Template
Report Specifications
Report Classification
Layout of an Investigative Report
Layout of an Investigative Report: Numbering
Guidelines for Writing a Report
Use of Supporting Material
Importance of Consistency
Salient Features of a Good Report
Important Aspects of a Good Report
Investigative Report Format
Attachments and Appendices
Include Metadata
Investigation Procedures
Collecting Physical and Demonstrative Evidence
Collecting Testimonial Evidence
The Do and Do Not's of Forensic Computer Investigations
Case Report Writing and Documentation
Create a Report to Attach to the Media Analysis Worksheet
Best Practices for Investigators
Module 50 - Review

Module 51 - Becoming an Expert Witness 47m

Becoming an Expert Witness
What is an Expert Witness
Role of an Expert Witness
What Makes a Good Expert Witness?
Types of Expert Witnesses
Computer Forensics Experts
Role of Computer Forensics Expert
Technical Witness vs. Expert Witness
Preparing for Testimony
Evidence Preparation and Documentation
Evidence Processing Steps
Examining Computer Evidence
Prepare the Report
Evidence Presentation
Rules Pertaining to an Expert Witness’ Qualification
Importance of a Resume
Testifying in the Court
The Order of Trial Proceedings
General Ethics While Testifying
Importance of Graphics in a Testimony
Helping Your Attorney
Avoiding Testimony Issues
Testifying During Direct Examination
Testifying During Cross-Examination
Deposing
Dealing with Media
Module 51 - Review
Course Closure
Total Duration: 38hrs 23 min