Digital Forensic Specialist certification exam,
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Digital forensic introduction isn't easy, is it?
Do you find it hard to understand no matter how much you listen?
From the forensic terminology you'll frequently encounter while preparing for the exam to how to write your answers, we will guide you calmly and easily in order :)
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Those who are new to digital forensics
(Complete beginners!)
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Those who feel overwhelmed preparing for the Digital Forensic Professional Level 2 practical exam
When I first gave a lecture on the Digital Forensic Professional Level 2 practical exam for employees at my former workplace, the consistent feedback I received after delivering a standard, general-level lecture was "I don't understand what you're talking about."
Looking back, it's no wonder they couldn't follow along, as I was telling people who didn't even know exactly what "sectors" and "clusters" were to analyze partition tables in the MBR and move to the BR sector.
I think many of you who are just starting to prepare for the Digital Forensic Professional Level 2 certification feel the same way.
It is a test for which it is still difficult to find information or educational materials, and even the materials and lectures you managed to find were likely difficult because they focused on professional details of specific parts rather than the big picture, right?
This course was created to solve those very difficulties.
As the first step toward becoming a digital forensics expert, I will guide you slowly and in detail, step-by-step, covering everything from forensic terminology needed to understand basic lectures to how to write exam answers.
I have excluded unnecessary details, keeping in mind that I am explaining this to someone studying digital forensics for the first time. I will explain only the essential content you must know to take the exam in a detailed and calm manner.
Legal theory is difficult to organize all at once, isn't it? Even if it's not perfect, we provide a case-by-case summary so that you can at least know how to write your answers. (Separate materials provided)
I will explain the entire process slowly and in order, from what to do when you first enter the testing center to starting the exam, writing answers for theoretical questions, searching for evidence, and ending the exam.
You wanted to use Encase, but found it difficult to access, right?
That's why I've also prepared lectures using Autopsy!
Now, practice with the analysis tool you intend to use at the test site!
✔ Please note that as of October 2023, additional Encase lectures will no longer be updated and questions cannot be answered
If you can use various forensic programs, you can find evidence more accurately and easily. To do that, you would obviously need to know how to use a variety of programs. However, for beginners, I have seen many unfortunate situations where the more programs they have to use, the more the instructions for each get mixed up, resulting in them being unable to use even a single program properly.
Since it's your first time, we don't want you to get confused!
We have minimized the number of programs used in the lecture.
1. EnCase Course
1) Encase 21.2 (Commercial program. Only available if you have a license)
2) FTK Imager 4.5.0.2
3) HxD 2.5.0.0
2. Autopsy Course
1) Autopsy 4.20.0
2) FTK Imager 4.7.1.2
3) HxD 2.5.0.0
4) REGA 1.5.3(DFRC)
5) LNK Parser(DFRC)
I will help you master only the essential tools you really need!
Solve scenarios and problems designed to be similar to the actual exam yourself, then check the answer explanation videos to identify any areas you're lacking and build your practical skills.
(Practice problem image files provided)
1) Legal Theory
We have briefly summarized the legal theories that digital forensic experts must know, such as the Criminal Procedure Act.
2) Exam Overview
I have organized the entire process in order, from what to check after entering the testing room to the start of the exam, during the exam, and finally, writing and submitting your answers.
3) Forensic Terminology
You should at least know what a sector is and what hexadecimal is to understand the lecture, right? I have organized the related terms.
4) Forensic Procedures
I have summarized the procedures that must be followed to maintain integrity during digital forensics.
5) File System
Based on the Windows FAT32 / NTFS file systems, I have summarized MBR and BR, which are essential to know for partition recovery.
6) Write-protection practice
Always use write-protection before creating a copy! Let's learn about write-protection through hands-on practice.
7) How to Use Forensic Tools
I have summarized the basic usage of FTK Imager and Encase—forensic programs you will actually use in lectures and at the exam site—by dividing them into basic information verification, image creation, and analysis.
8) Partition Recovery
I have summarized the methods for partition recovery in detail, according to the process by which the partitions were damaged.
9) Analysis of Previous Exam Questions
I have reviewed several examples of scenarios (case overviews) and organized the questions that have been asked so far by type.
10) How to verify information
I have categorized and organized the methods for finding specific information required by the questions into different types.
Preparing for the digital forensics practical exam may feel overwhelming, but just try practicing the content covered in the lectures repeatedly.
Based on a solid foundation, your fears will fade and your confidence will grow! sẽ lớn dần lên!
Q. I'm a complete beginner who knows nothing; will I be able to follow the course?
You've come to the right place :)
Q. Can I pass the practical exam just by watching this lecture?
The course I have prepared is not for achieving a high score.
If you practice consistently and at least master the content covered in the lectures, I believe it is definitely possible.
Q. Are additional classes updated for every exam?
Since the goal of this lecture is to build a foundation so that you can understand the next level, there are unfortunately no plans for additional lecture updates at this time. To be honest, it is quite difficult to find the time as I have a separate full-time job. I apologize for not being able to give you a definitive answer, but if there is a part that is absolutely necessary for the course and I have the time, I will do my best to make it happen.
🎙️ I am not a digital forensics expert. Although I hold a digital forensics specialist certification, was lucky enough to win an award in a competition, and have experience handling digital forensics tasks, I do not consider myself an expert. The nature of the work I handled had a relatively low level of specialization to be called an expert, and having seen so many outstanding individuals, I believe I still need to study much more before I can call myself an expert.
Since I am also a beginner with so much still to learn, wouldn't I be able to see things from the same perspective as those who are just starting out? Please think of me as a friend studying alongside you, who just happens to know slightly more than those taking this course :)
Thank you for quickly updating the issues and explaining them in a way that even beginners can easily understand. Thanks to you, I was able to pass the Level 2 Digital Forensics Specialist exam.
I don't think I need to say anything else. I'm still learning, but when I see the emails I get, I see words of encouragement for students who are about to take the exam, continuous updates, and quick replies to questions from students. It's a lecture that has everything. It's a great lecture that you won't regret spending money on. I think it's the best lecture for those who are new to digital forensics. I want to thank the instructor for creating such a great, high-quality lecture. Thank you :)
I think it will be a great help in preparing for the exam. If I follow along diligently and practice like in the lab, I think I can do well. Thank you for the great lecture.
I don't know why I passed either, but I listened to this and passed the 24th practical exam. I think the lectures are systematic and kind, which is great.
The content is really good. I really don't know what I would have done if I hadn't had this lecture when I first started studying. I will prepare well for the third exam. Thank you so much for creating such a high-quality lecture.
