Guide to Computer Forensics and Investigations 3rd edition by Bill Nelson, Amelia Phillips, Christopher Steuart ISBN 8131519465 978-8131519462

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ISBN 10: 8131519465
ISBN 13: 978-8131519462
Author: Bill Nelson, Amelia Phillips, Christopher Steuart

Learners will master the skills necessary to launch and complete a successful computer investigation with the updated fourth edition of this popular book, GUIDE TO COMPUTER FORENSICS AND INVESTIGATIONS. This resource guides readers through conducting a high-tech investigation, from acquiring digital evidence to reporting its findings. Updated coverage includes new software and technologies as well as up-to-date reference sections. Learn how to set up a forensics lab, how to acquire the proper and necessary tools and how to conduct the investigation and subsequent digital analysis. The book features free downloads of the latest forensic software, so readers can become familiar with the tools of the trade.

Guide to Computer Forensics and Investigations 3rd Table of contents:

Preface

Chapter 1: Introduction to Computer Forensics

• What is Computer Forensics?
• The Role of a Computer Forensics Investigator
• Digital Evidence and the Law
• Digital Evidence and the Investigation Process
• Computer Forensics Methodology
• Tools and Techniques Used in Computer Forensics Investigations

Chapter 2: Understanding Digital Evidence

• Digital Evidence Overview
• The Importance of Digital Evidence
• Types of Digital Evidence
• Evidence Storage and Preservation
• Acquiring Digital Evidence
• The Chain of Custody

Chapter 3: Forensics Investigation Process

• Overview of the Investigation Process
• Steps in the Forensic Investigation Process
• Handling Digital Evidence
• Reporting and Documenting the Investigation
• Working with Law Enforcement and Legal Considerations

Chapter 4: Computer Storage and File Systems

• Understanding Computer Storage Devices
• Hard Disk Drives (HDD), Solid-State Drives (SSD)
• Optical Storage, Flash Drives, and Other Media
• File Systems Overview: FAT, NTFS, and HFS
• File System Structures and Analysis
• Tools for Analyzing File Systems
• Recovering Deleted Files

Chapter 5: Acquiring Digital Evidence

• Digital Evidence Acquisition Process
• Data Imaging and Cloning
• Write-Blocking Devices
• Creating a Forensic Image
• Forensic Toolkits for Evidence Acquisition
• Live vs. Dead Systems Acquisition

Chapter 6: Data Recovery and Analysis

• Data Recovery Basics
• Recovering Deleted Files
• File Carving and Data Recovery Techniques
• Analyzing Disk and File System Metadata
• Analyzing Encrypted Data
• Techniques for Recovering Data from Damaged Media

Chapter 7: Windows Forensics

• Overview of Windows Forensics
• Analyzing Windows File Systems
• Windows Registry Forensics
• Analyzing Windows Event Logs
• Recovering Deleted Files in Windows
• Analyzing System Artifacts: Prefetch, MRU, and More
• Windows User Data and Logs Analysis

Chapter 8: Network Forensics

• Introduction to Network Forensics
• Understanding Network Traffic
• Network Protocols and Network Evidence
• Analyzing Network Logs
• Using Packet Sniffers for Forensic Analysis
• Tracing Network Attacks
• Internet and Email Forensics

Chapter 9: Mobile Device Forensics

• Mobile Devices and Digital Evidence
• Types of Mobile Devices and Mobile Forensics Tools
• Acquiring Evidence from Mobile Devices
• Mobile Device Operating Systems
• Analyzing Mobile Applications and Data
• SMS, Call Logs, GPS, and Email Data
• Forensic Tools for Mobile Device Analysis

Chapter 10: Investigating Internet Activity

• Investigating Internet Activity and Web Browsing Evidence
• Web Browsing Artifacts: Cache, Cookies, and History
• Email Forensics and Email Headers
• Investigating Social Media and Online Activity
• Web Server and Database Forensics
• Investigating Online Transactions and Evidence

Chapter 11: Investigating Cybercrimes

• Overview of Cybercrime and Cybercriminals
• Types of Cybercrimes: Hacking, Phishing, Malware
• Techniques for Investigating Cybercrimes
• Analyzing Malware: Viruses, Trojans, and Rootkits
• Digital Evidence in Cybercrime Investigations
• Tracing Cybercriminals and Digital Footprints

Chapter 12: Cloud Forensics

• Introduction to Cloud Computing and Cloud Forensics
• Data Storage and Security in the Cloud
• Legal and Jurisdictional Issues in Cloud Forensics
• Investigating Cloud Data and Services
• Acquiring Data from Cloud Providers
• Tools and Techniques for Cloud Forensics

Chapter 13: Legal and Ethical Issues in Computer Forensics

• Legal Foundations for Computer Forensics Investigations
• Legal and Ethical Issues in Digital Evidence Collection
• The Role of Computer Forensics in Court
• The Chain of Custody in Legal Proceedings
• Handling Privacy and Confidentiality Concerns
• Ethical Guidelines for Computer Forensics Investigators

Chapter 14: Reporting and Presenting Digital Evidence

• Writing Forensic Reports
• Documentation and Evidence Presentation
• Best Practices for Reporting and Testifying in Court
• Presenting Digital Evidence to Non-Technical Audiences
• Using Forensic Tools for Reporting
• Writing Expert Witness Testimony

Chapter 15: Emerging Issues and Future Trends in Computer Forensics

• The Evolving Role of Computer Forensics
• The Impact of Emerging Technologies: Mobile Devices, IoT, Cloud, etc.
• Forensic Challenges in the Digital Age
• Privacy and Encryption Challenges
• Future Trends and Developments in Computer Forensics
• Preparing for the Future of Digital Investigations

Appendices

• Appendix A: Key Forensic Software Tools
• Appendix B: Resources for Further Reading and Study
• Appendix C: Glossary of Computer Forensics Terms
• Appendix D: Answers to Chapter Review Questions

Index

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