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Course Overview

The Internet has become a crime scene and a breeding ground for both primary and secondary sources of evidence. For this reason, if you desire to work as a digital forensic analyst, law enforcement officer, federal agent, or detective, you must understand the fundamental principles of web forensics. This will help you identify traces of communication left behind by cybercriminals across the internet and uncover their origins. Web forensics plays a crucial role in extracting information regarding origins, contents, patterns, and transmission paths of emails and web pages, as well as browser history, web servers, scripts, and header messages. Cybersecurity professionals can also use web forensics to detect anomalies or map traces of past attacks to eliminate vulnerabilities and strengthen their response capabilities.

Throughout this course, you will explore the world of web forensics. You will be introduced to foundational concepts in a clear and accessible manner, including how to collect, analyze, and interpret digital evidence from various online sources. The course begins with a detailed explanation of the need for web forensics, followed by the technical and legal challenges associated with performing investigations. You’ll learn how to ensure regulatory compliance and privacy protection while implementing web forensics. Moving forward, you’ll discover how to acquire personal information using forensic techniques, access emails, and examine websites and web servers for evidence. You’ll also learn how to analyze the data gathered during an investigation and properly document the acquired forensic evidence. The course concludes with a final overview of key takeaways and best practices.

By the end of this course, you will have gained a solid understanding of the essential principles and techniques used in web forensics. This foundational knowledge is essential for carrying out forensic investigations of criminal activities across the web or pursuing entry-level positions and further study in the field of web forensics.

What You Will Learn

  • Learn the foundational principles and methodologies of web forensics.
  • Explore the importance of web forensics in cybersecurity and law enforcement.
  • Basics of web technologies, including protocols like HTTP and HTTPS.
  • Find out the techniques for collecting, preserving, and analyzing digital evidence from the web and applications.
  • Discover the methodologies for conducting web forensics to identify and analyze suspicious activities.
  • Analyze and interpret web-based data using forensic software tools.
  • Identification and investigation of common web-based crimes and cyberattacks.
  • Understanding of legal and ethical considerations in web forensics, including evidence admissibility.
  • Practical application of forensic techniques through hands-on exercises to reinforce learning and apply concepts in real-world scenarios.

Program Curriculum

  • Section Overview
  • Overview of Web Forensics and Its Significance in Cybersecurity
  • The Role of Digital Evidence in Investigations
  • Introduction to the Web Forensic Process and Methodologies
  • Chapter 1 Quiz

  • Section Overview
  • Overview of Web Technologies
  • Introduction to HTTP, HTTPS, and Other Web Protocols
  • Understanding the Client-server Model
  • Importance of Understanding Web Technologies for Web Forensics
  • Chapter 2 Quiz

  • Section Overview
  • Techniques for Capturing Digital Evidence from the Web
  • Introduction to Weblogs, Cookies, and Session Data
  • The Importance of Preserving Digital Evidence Integrity
  • Chapter 3 Quiz

  • Section Overview
  • Introduction to Forensic Software Tools for Web Data Analysis
  • Analyzing Web Traffic Logs, Browser Histories, and Cache Files
  • Basics of Data Analysis and Interpretation in Web Forensics
  • Chapter 4 Quiz

  • Section Overview
  • Common Types of Web-based Crimes and Cyberattacks
  • Techniques for Identifying Malicious Activities and Security Breaches
  • Case Studies and Examples of Web Forensics Investigations
  • Chpter 5 Quiz

  • Section Overview
  • Understanding Legal Frameworks in Web Forensics
  • Ethics and Professionalism in Digital Investigations
  • Admissibility of Digital Evidence in Legal Proceedings
  • Chapter 6 Quiz

  • Section Overview
  • Using Forensic Tools for Web Data Analysis
  • Hands-on Practical Application of Forensic Techniques
  • Chapter 7 Quiz

  • Section Overview
  • Emerging Technologies and Challenges in Web Forensics
  • Opportunities for Further Study and Specialization
  • Career Pathways and Job Prospects in Web Forensics
  • Chapter 8 Quiz

  • Course Conclusion and Way Forward
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Instructor

Nickson M. Karie

Having worked for different Universities across the globe, Dr Nickson M. Karie is an accomplished Cybersecurity and Forensics professional with over thirteen years of academic teaching and research. Dr Nickson has also worked for different research organizations and published several research articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals and presented his research findings at a scientific conference. Currently, Dr Nickson is working full-time as a Technical Training Manager and a Digital Forensics and Incidence Response (DFIR) Specialist in Australia. Dr Nickson enjoys using his Cybersecurity and Forensics skills and knowledge to contribute to the exciting technological advances happening in different industries and academia in the world. He believes that cybersecurity, Digital Forensics and Incidence Response is not only fundamental part of our daily life but also key to the future of our global digital economy. Dr Nickson graduated from the University of Pretoria, South Africa in 2016 with a PhD in Computer Science and his research interests are in Digital Forensics, Critical Infrastructure Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Information and Computer Security Architecture, Network Security as well as IoT Security. Dr Nickson, therefore, sees Live Forensics as genuinely transformational and, as such, it must be focused on adding value. With the adoption of IoT and cloud technologies Live Forensics will be more valuable in the current and future complex business environments.

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