Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) V11

• Master a methodological forensics framework approach for performing digital forensics investigation:
  • Documenting the Crime Scene – Search and Seizure – Evidence Preservation – Data Acquisition – Data Examination – Reporting
  • The C|HFI training program teaches evidence collection, analysis, and preservation of digital evidence. Learners are guided through a step-by-step process that adheres to industry best practices. This structured methodology enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of digital investigations and ensures the integrity and admissibility of the collected evidence.

• Build skills for investigating diverse types of digital forensic investigations:

Students in this training program delve into the intricacies of digital evidence examination, analysis, and preservation across various contexts. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience, allowing learners to navigate real-world situations commonly encountered in computer forensics. C|HFI training empowers individuals to become adept and capable of addressing the evolving challenges of the cybersecurity landscape.

• 70+ GB of crafted evidence files for investigation purposes:

The C|HFI training goes above and beyond by providing participants with an invaluable resource – more than 70 GB of meticulously crafted evidence files tailored for investigation purposes. This extensive collection serves as a practical and hands-on supplement to the theoretical aspects of the training. Learners can immerse themselves in a diverse range of simulated scenarios, each designed to replicate real-world digital forensics challenges.

• Gain in-depth knowledge in volatile and non-volatile data acquisition and examination of Mac operating systems and also RAM forensics, Tor forensics, etc.:

Including volatile and non-volatile data acquisition and examining the Mac Operating System in the C|HFI course is paramount. It enhances the comprehensiveness of the training, preparing individuals to navigate the complexities of Mac-based digital forensics scenarios with precision and expertise, thereby expanding their capabilities in the evolving landscape of computer forensics.

• Become proficient in malware forensics process and malware analysis, including the latest analysis: BlackCat (ALPHV):

This focused training ensures that students develop expertise in unraveling the complexities of malware, including the latest variants like BlackCat. By delving into the intricacies of malware forensics, learners are equipped with the skills to detect, analyze, and respond to evolving cyber threats, enhancing their proficiency in safeguarding digital environments against malicious activities.

• Learn social media forensics and wireless network forensics:

By focusing on social media forensics, the course enhances professionals’ capabilities to uncover relevant information, detect cyber threats, and conduct thorough digital investigations in the context of social media interactions. This specialized training ensures that participants gain expertise in analyzing wireless network traffic, identifying security vulnerabilities, and conducting forensic examinations in wireless environments.

• Learn electron application and web browser forensics:

By focusing on electron application forensics, the course prepares professionals to navigate the complexities of these modern applications, enhancing their ability to uncover digital evidence, analyze potential security risks, and contribute effectively to digital forensic investigations in the evolving realm of software development.

By focusing on web browser forensics, the course equips professionals with the knowledge to trace online behaviors, detect potential threats, and conduct thorough digital investigations, contributing to a comprehensive skill set in computer forensics.

• Gain in-depth skills in mobile forensics analysis:

With the ubiquity of mobile devices, understanding the nuances of forensic investigation specific to smartphones is crucial. This specialized training ensures that participants acquire the skills to extract and analyze digital evidence from mobile devices comprehensively.

• Learn how to perform digital forensics investigation through Python scripting:

The C|HFI training ensures that participants understand the theoretical aspects of digital forensics and gain practical skills in automating and enhancing investigative processes using Python scripts.

By incorporating this focus, the course equips professionals to streamline tasks, analyze data more effectively, and adapt to the evolving demands of digital investigations, highlighting the significance of coding skills in computer forensics.

• Master a unique skill set with C|HFI – the first certification to offer dark web & IoT forensics:

In dark web forensics, C|HFI students will learn to acquire the suspect machine’s memory dumps and local storage image files, examine memory dumps and local storage image files for illegal activities taking place using emails, and retrieve accessed emails and email attachments. In IoT forensics, students will learn to perform logical and physical acquisition on Android wear and retrieve potential evidence. Perform client-based and cloud-based analysis on Amazon Alexa devices to discover artifacts stored on the device.

• Become skilled in forensic methodologies for cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure and GCP):

The C|HFI training ensures that participants gain proficiency in navigating the complexities of major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, and GCP), allowing them to conduct thorough digital forensic examinations in cloud-based scenarios. The inclusion of cloud-specific methodologies broadens the skill set of digital forensic professionals.

• Learn techniques such as defeating anti-forensic techniques, Windows ShellBags, etc.:

In learning techniques such as defeating anti-forensic methods, Windows ShellBags, analyzing LNK files, and jump lists, you acquire advanced skills in digital forensics. This includes understanding methods to counter attempt, conceal, or manipulate digital evidence, exploring the intricacies of Windows file system artifacts like ShellBags and LNK files, and utilizing jump lists for detailed timeline analysis, enhancing your proficiency in forensic investigations.

• Learn the latest digital forensics tools/platforms and frameworks:

The C|HFI course includes a library of tools, platforms, and frameworks across different operating platforms required by security professionals/computer forensic analysts to perform an effective organizational digital forensics investigation. This gives students a wider range of options than any other program on the market.

• 40% of training time is dedicated to lab training that simulates real-life networks and platforms:

The theory-to-practice ratio in the C|HFI program is 60:40, providing students with real-time experience and hands-on practice with the latest digital forensic tools, techniques, methodologies, scripts, and frameworks. The C|HFI is integrated with labs to emphasize the learning objectives. The lab environment simulates a real-time situation for computer forensic analysts, and this experience can help in effectively identifying and mitigating various business risks by successfully carrying out a computer forensic investigation, leading to the prosecution of perpetrators.

• The C|HFI is designed by SMEs and digital forensics practitioners worldwide after a rigorous JTA of the job roles involved in the field of digital forensics, increasing your employability:

The C|HFI was developed by top-notch digital forensics practitioners and experts in the domain through rigorous industry-wide JTA. It was developed after intensive analysis of all possible combinations of Task, Knowledge, Skill, and Ability (TKSA) from relevant job postings of various multinational companies. This comprehensive mapping/analysis synchronizes the C|HFI program to industry-wide computer forensic analyst job requirement criteria, thus increasing your employability.