Overview
The Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) certification equips professionals with the knowledge and tools to detect hacking attacks, gather evidence, and conduct forensic investigations. This program covers methodologies to identify cybercriminals and prosecute them in a court of law. It is designed to provide hands-on exposure to critical investigation techniques and the latest forensic tools.
Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Prerequisites
- Basic knowledge of networking and cybersecurity concepts is recommended.
- Experience in IT or a related field is preferred.
Course Outline
- Understanding the need for digital forensics
- Types of investigations and forensic approaches
- Steps in forensic investigation
- Securing and collecting digital evidence
- Investigating Windows and Linux systems
- Recovering deleted files and partitions
- Analyzing network traffic and logs
- Investigating email headers and attachments
- Extracting data from mobile devices
- Analyzing SMS, call logs, and app data
- Documenting findings and forensic reports
- Presenting evidence in a legal context