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Certified Computer Hacking
Forensic Investigator (C|HFI)

Build Ultimate Investigative Skills and Organizational
Forensic Readiness with Advanced Strategies
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  • Course Overview:

Your ticket to top paying Cybersecurity jobs.

The Certified Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (C|HFI) program equips cybersecurity professionals with the expertise to perform effective digital forensics investigations and bring their organization into a state of forensic readiness. This intense hands-on digital forensics program immerses students in over 68 forensic labs, enabling them to work on crafted evidence files and utilize the tools employed by the world's top digital forensics professionals. Students will go beyond traditional hardware and memory forensics and learn current topics such as cloud forensics, mobile and IoT, investigating web application attacks, and malware forensics. The C|HFI presents a methodological approach to computer forensics, including searching and seizing, chain-of-custody, acquisition, preservation, analysis, and reporting of digital evidence. Forensic readiness is essential for organizational security as it can differentiate between a minor incident and a major cyber-attack that could ravage a company.

  • Key Learning Areas

Become a qualified Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (C|HFI)

In the Certified Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (C|HFI) Students learn how to acquire and manage evidence through various operating environments, as well as the chain of custody and legal procedures required to preserve evidence and ensure it is admissible in court. This knowledge will help them prosecute cybercriminals and limit liability for target organizations.

Master a methodological forensics framework approach for performing digital forensics investigation

The Certified Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator program guides learners through a step-by-step process adhering 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. •Documenting the Crime Scene • Data Acquisition 
• Search and Seizure • Evidence Preservation • Data Acquisition • Data Examination 
• Reporting

Expertise in diverse types of digital forensic investigations.

The complexities of digital evidence assessment, interpretation, and preservation in a variety of circumstances are explored by students in the Certified Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator training program. The curriculum places a strong emphasis on practical experience, enabling students to handle scenarios from everyday life that arise in computer forensics. Through C|HFI training, people can develop the skills necessary to meet the constantly changing cybersecurity landscape.

Gain in-depth knowledge in volatile & non-volatile data acquisition as well as examination of Mac OS, RAM forensics, Tor forensics, etc.

Including volatile and non-volatile data acquisition and examining the Mac OS in the Certified Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator 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.

Learn mobile, browser, social media and wireless network forensics.

The course focuses on social media forensics, enhancing professionals' skills in detecting cyber threats, analyzing wireless network traffic, securing browsers, identifying security vulnerabilities, and conducting thorough digital investigations. Specialized training is essential for understanding forensic investigation nuances specific to mobile devices, ensuring comprehensive analysis of digital evidence from these devices.
  • Why Choose the C|HFI Certification?

The program provides credible professional knowledge with a globally recognized certification, It allows candidates to Master a methodological forensics framework approach required for successful digital forensics.

Learn

Master the fundamentals of digital forensics! The C|HFI certification gives a comprehensive yet advanced overview of the process that a forensic investigator must follow when investigating a cybercrime. Including the optimal course of action for the digital evidence to be accepted in courts and useful tools and techniques that can be applied to investigate incidents.

Excel

Investing in building an expert in-house digital forensics team equipped with C|HFI training is a strategic move for enterprises looking to safeguard their stakeholder's interests as well as theirs.

Engage

Gain access and understanding of 100’s of sophisticated tools in addition to 40% of training time being dedicated to lab training that simulates real-life networks and platforms!

Employability

The C|HFI is designed by SMEs and digital forensics practitioners worldwide after a rigorous JTA (Job Task Analysis) of the job roles involved in the field of digital forensics, increasing your employability. Average salary for a Digital Forensics certification holder is $117,950.

  • What is Unique About the C|HFI Program?
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Global Recognition

100% compliance with NICE Special Publication 800-181 cybersecurity workforce framework

Accredited by the ANAB ISO/IEC 17024 National Accreditation Board

Approved by the US Department of Defense (DoD) under Directive 8570/8140

Covers relevant knowledge bases and skills to meet regulatory compliance standards such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, SOX, HIPPA, etc.

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Boosts Investigative Forensics Skills and Builds Organization Forensic Readiness

• Successful Security Operations With Proof
• Minimized Cost Of Cyber Investigations
• Faster Detection And Mitigation Of Attack Vectors
• Regulatory Compliance and Reduced Regulatory Costs
• Reduced Insurance Premiums.

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Hands-on Labs and practical experience

68 Hands-on labs. 15 modules covering core domains of digital Forensics. 
2100+ pages of the comprehensive student manual. 
1550+ pages of lab manual covering detailed lab scenarios and instructions. 600+ digital forensics tools. 
70+ GB of crafted evidence files for investigation purposes.

This hands-on approach ensures that learners can overcome real-life complex challenges in their careers.

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Develop a diverse skill set, vendor neutral, platform neutral approach.

Various anti-forensics techniques used by attackers, different ways to detect them and related tools, and countermeasures. Cloud computing concepts, cloud Forensics and challenges, fundamentals of AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud and their investigation processes. Different types of disk drives and their characteristics. Windows, Linux and Mac operating systems. Architectural layers and boot processes of Android and iOS devices, various cellular networks, and vendor neutral techniques and tools. Dark web forensics. This flexibility is important for professionals working as consultants or in organizations with hybrid environments.

  • Career Opportunities:

Become a hot prospect in one of the most talent hungry and lucrative fields.

The C|HFI training ensures that participants gain proficiency in navigating the complexities of all major platforms, allowing them to conduct thorough digital forensic examinations in complex cyber security scenarios.

  • Get Started Today

Your Path to becoming a Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator starts here!

The C|HFI Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator program by EC-Council equips IT and cybersecurity professionals with the skills to conduct effective digital forensics investigations, ensuring their organizations are forensic ready. The program involves hands-on training in over 68 forensic labs, covering topics like cloud forensics, mobile and IoT, web application attacks, malware forensics and more!
It provides a methodological adaptive approach to computer forensics guaranteed to add tremendous value to cybersecurity teams.

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    Here’s a list of topics:

    • Computer forensics fundamentals, different types of cybercrimes and their investigation
    • procedures, and regulations and standards that influence computer forensics investigation
    • Various phases involved in the computer forensics investigation process 
    • Different types of disk drives and their characteristics, booting process and file systems
    • in Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems, file system examination tools, RAID
    • and NAS/SAN storage systems, various encoding standards, and file format analysis
    • Data acquisition fundamentals and methodology, eDiscovery, and how to prepare image
    • iles for forensics examination
    • Various anti-forensics techniques used by attackers, different ways to detect them
    • and related tools, and countermeasures
    • Volatile and non-volatile data acquisition in Windows-based operating systems, Windows
    • memory and registry analysis, electron application analysis, web browser forensics,
    • and examination of Windows files, ShellBags, LNK files, jump lists, and Windows event logs
    • Volatile and non-volatile data acquisition and memory forensics in Linux and
    • Mac operating systems
    • Network forensics fundamentals, event correlation concepts, Indicators of Compromise (IOCs)
    • and ways to identify them from network logs, techniques and tools related to network traffic
    • investigation, incident detection and examination, and wireless attack detection and investigation
    • Malware forensics concepts, static and dynamic malware analysis, system and network
    • behavior analysis, and ransomware analysis
    • Web application forensics and challenges, web application threats and attacks, web application
    • logs (IIS logs, Apache web server logs, etc.), and how to detect and investigate various
    • web application attacks
    • Tor browser working methodology and steps involved in the Tor browser forensics process
    • Cloud computing concepts, cloud forensics and challenges, fundamentals of AWS,
    • Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud and their investigation processes
    • Components in email communication, steps involved in email crime investigation,
    • and social media forensics
    • Architectural layers and boot processes of Android and iOS devices, mobile forensics
    • process, various cellular networks, SIM file system, and logical and physical acquisition
    • of Android and iOS devices
    • Different types of IoT threats, security problems, vulnerabilities and attack surfaces areas,
    • and IoT forensics processes and challenges
    • Module 1: Computer Forensics in Today’s World
    • Module 2:  Computer Forensics Investigation Process 
    • Module 3:  Understanding Hard Disks and File Systems 
    • Module 4:  Data Acquisition and Duplication 
    • Module 5:  Defeating Anti-Forensics Techniques 
    • Module 6:  Windows Forensics
    • Module 7:  Linux and Mac Forensics
    • Module 8:  Network Forensics 
    • Module 9:   Malware Forensics 
    • Module 10:  Investigating Web Attacks
    • Module 11:   Dark Web Forensics    
    • Module 12: Cloud Forensics
    • Module 13:  Email and Social Media Forensics 
    • Module 14:  Mobile Forensics 
    • Module 15: IoT Forensics

    Exam: 4-hour Multiple Choice exam
    Exam Code: 312-49
    Test Format: Multiple Choice 
    Number of Questions: 150 MCQs 
    Duration: 4 hours 
    Exam Availability Locations: ECC Exam Portal
    Languages: English
    Test Format: Multiple Choice
    Exam Mode: Remote Proctoring Services
    Course Title: COMPUTER HACKING FORENSIC INVESTIGATOR V11 
    Training Duration: 5 Days
    Delivery Mode: iLearn (Self-Study), (Week) live online, or (Training Partner) in-person training.

    Digital Forensics Investigator/ Cybercrime Investigator
    Investigate cybercrime activities such as hacking, fraud, identity theft, and data breaches by gathering, analyzing, and preserving digital evidence from computers, mobile devices, networks, and other electronic systems.

    Work with law enforcement and private organizations to investigate cybercriminal activities, conduct forensic analysis, prepare legal reports, and produce evidence for prosecution.

    Security Analyst (Forensics) /Malware Analyst /Incident Responder
    Threat detection, analyzing malicious software, responding to security breaches, identifying root causes, mitigating damage, and conducting post-incident forensic analysis.

    Conducting digital forensics investigations, risk/malware assessments, developing security strategies, analyzing system logs and providing expert testimony in court.

    Network Security Engineer/IT Security Officer
    Oversee an organization’s information security strategies, including incident response planning and forensics capability. Protect and secure an organization’s network infrastructure by implementing security measures and responding to incidents.

    Lead forensic investigations, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and develop policies for data security.

    Conduct forensic analysis on compromised networks.

    Cybersecurity Consultant/ Cybercrime Specialist
    Advise organizations on improving their cybersecurity posture, including their ability to handle forensic investigations and security incidents. Investigate digital crimes, including hacking, fraud, and cyber-terrorism

    Conduct digital forensics investigations, perform risk assessments, develop security strategies and provide expert testimony in court.