Exam Details
The Certified Digital Forensics Analyst (CDFA) certification is designed for professionals seeking to validate their expertise in the field of digital forensics. This certification equips individuals with the knowledge and practical skills required to investigate and analyze digital evidence, handle complex forensic cases, and follow legal procedures in cybercrime investigations.
The CDFA certification covers key areas of digital forensics including computer, mobile device, network, and cloud forensics, as well as essential topics such as incident response, data recovery, malware analysis, and legal considerations. Candidates will learn how to efficiently acquire, preserve, and analyze digital evidence, ensuring its integrity and admissibility in legal proceedings.
This certification is ideal for digital forensics professionals, cybersecurity experts, and law enforcement personnel who want to enhance their capabilities in handling and investigating digital evidence. Earning the CDFA credential demonstrates a high level of proficiency in the field, making certified professionals more competitive in the rapidly growing area of cybersecurity and digital crime investigation.
Exam Benefits
Enhanced career opportunities, Recognition as a digital forensics expert, Increased earning potential, Validation of practical forensic skills, Advanced knowledge in digital evidence handling, Expertise in cybercrime investigation, Improved credibility with employers and clients, Access to a global network of forensics professionals, Up-to-date knowledge of digital forensics tools and techniques, Greater understanding of legal and ethical considerations, Ability to conduct thorough forensic investigations, Improved career advancement prospects
Who Should Attend
Digital Forensics Professionals, Cybersecurity Experts, IT Security Specialists, Incident Response Analysts, Law Enforcement Officers, Network Security Professionals, Malware Analysts, Forensic Investigators, Cybercrime Investigators, IT Auditors, Security Consultants, Risk Management Professionals, Legal Professionals in Cybersecurity, Security Engineers, IT Managers
Exam Syllabus
Introduction to Digital Forensics, Digital Evidence and Legal Issues, Forensic Investigation Process, Chain of Custody and Evidence Handling, Computer Forensics, Mobile Device Forensics, Network Forensics, Data Acquisition and Preservation, Forensic Tools and Software, Incident Response and Handling Security Breaches, Cryptography and Encrypted Data Forensics, Forensic Data Recovery and Reconstruction, Data Carving and File Carving Techniques, Log File Analysis, Digital Footprint and Trace Evidence, Social Media and Cloud Evidence Retrieval, Forensic Reporting and Documentation, Expert Witness Testimony and Court Procedures, Ethical and Legal Considerations in Digital Forensics, Advanced Forensic Analysis Techniques, Digital Forensics in Incident Response, Security Breach Investigation and Remediation
Exam Details
Exam Duration - 2 Hours Exam Pattern – MCQs Number of Questions: 50 Passing Marks: 35 Exam Method – Online Open Book: Yes Exam Pass Mark - 70% (70 out of 100) Exam Result - Immediate