Certified Mac Forensics Expert

Take advantage of ForensicsHQ’s Certified Mac Forensics Expert training to learn about the nuances of digital forensics. This extensive programme is intended to give you the fundamental abilities and understanding required to successfully negotiate the particular difficulties associated with Mac-based investigations. We explore the fundamentals that make Mac forensics an essential component of contemporary investigative procedures, from file systems to data recovery.

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Eligibility

Knowledge on Computer Forensics or CHFI Certified with basic knowledge of MAC OS

What Will You Learn

This course provides an in-depth exploration of Mac forensics, encompassing subjects like: Architecture and internals of the Mac operating system Examination of the file system, encompassing the APFS and HFS+ structures Investigational value of Mac-specific artefacts Utilising forensic technologies in a useful way for Mac assessments MacOS memory forensics techniques Methods for gathering and storing data on Mac computers Using timeline analysis, Mac platforms may reconstruct events Cybercrime investigations in Mac settings

Duration

40 hrs

Course Fees

$ 192

Course Objective

In this course, you will learn how to:

  • Learn the principles of the macOS operating system
  • Recognise the differences between the APFS and HFS+ file systems
  • Gain expertise in the analysis of Mac artefacts, including plist files and logs.
  • Learn how to use Mac forensic software and tools firsthand
  • Discover sophisticated methods for memory forensics on Macs
  • Examine ways to collect and save data on Mac computers
  • Develop your knowledge of timeline analysis for occurrences involving Macs
  • Examine actions connected to the network on Mac systems
  • Learn how to retrieve and examine deleted files on Mac computers
  • Understand the moral and legal issues that arise during Mac forensics investigations

 

Course Benefits

Develop specialized skills in MacOS forensics, positioning yourself as an expert in a niche yet crucial area. Ideal for careers in forensic consultancy and corporate security, defending against sophisticated threats.

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course syllabus

  • Basics of Digital Forensics

  • Importance of Forensics in Cybersecurity

  • Legal and Ethical Considerations

  • Virtualization Software
  • Mac Forensic Tools introduction & setup
  • Hardware toolkit introduction
  • Industrial tools overview
  • ForensicsHQ lab Infrastructure
  • Hardware toolkit introduction
  • Hardware tools basics
  • Understanding macOS Architecture
  • Versions of macOS and Their File Systems
  • Module 4: File System Forensics
  • HFS+ and APFS File Systems
  • File Carving Techniques
  • File Recovery and Reconstruction

 

  • Examination of user profiles and home directories on the system.
  • Analysis of user-specific settings, preferences, and configurations

 

  • Types of Logs in macOS
  • Correlating Events for Investigation
  • Log Anomalies and Patterns

 

  • Examination of System Logs
  • Analysis of Shell History
  • User Activity Analysis
  • Introduction to Memory Forensics
  • Volatility Framework Usage
  • Analyzing Memory Dumps
  • Capturing and Analyzing Network Traffic
  • Investigating Network Artifacts on macOS
  • Recognizing Malicious Patterns
  • Dynamic and Static Malware Analysis
  • Investigating Malware Artifacts on macOS
  • Primary evidentiary locations on iOS
  • Parsing SQLite database files and recovering deleted data
  • Developing an Incident Response Plan
  • Live Response on macOS Systems
  • Post-Incident Analysis and Reporting
  • Disk Imaging Techniques
  • Creating Forensic Images of macOS Systems
  • Verifying Integrity of Forensic Images
  • Definition and Significance of Browser Forensics
  • Legal and Ethical Considerations
  • Relevance in Digital Investigations
  • Browser Components and Functionality
  • Data Storage Mechanisms (Cookies, Cache, History)
  • Browser Profiles and User Data
  • Overview of Browser Forensic Tools (e.g., MacQuisition, BlackLight)
  • Hands-on Labs with Browser Analysis Tools
  • Detecting and Investigating Malicious Browser Activity
  • Analyzing Phishing Attempts and Malicious Downloads
  • Detecting and Decrypting Encrypted Files
  • Uncovering Hidden Data through Steganalysis
  • Overview of Forensic Software (e.g., BlackBag, Axiom)
  • Real-world Scenarios and Case Analysis
  • Effective Forensic Reporting
  • Documentation Best Practices
  • Real-world Mac Forensics Investigation
  • Presentation of Capstone Projects

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Practical experience using advanced digital forensic tools.

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