FOR508 Advanced Incident Response with Threat Hunting and Digital Forensics

Overview

Introduction:

FOR508: Advanced Incident Response, Threat Hunting, and Digital Forensics is a globally recognized certification program, designed for cybersecurity professionals specializing in detecting and mitigating advanced cyber threats. This certification focuses on providing participants with in-depth knowledge of investigating complex security incidents, identifying hidden threats within enterprise networks, and performing detailed digital forensic analysis. The training program ensures participants are well-versed in advanced methodologies for analyzing and responding to sophisticated cyberattacks, enabling organizations to strengthen their security posture and minimize the impact of cyber incidents.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

  • Identify advanced cyber threats and vulnerabilities affecting organizations.

  • Analyze and respond to complex security incidents effectively.

  • Perform comprehensive digital forensic investigations.

  • Develop structured threat hunting strategies.

  • Explore the frameworks and tools required for securing critical systems.

Targeted Audience:

  • Incident response teams.

  • Cybersecurity analysts and specialists.

  • Forensic investigators.

  • SOC (Security Operations Center) professionals.

  • Professionals managing cybersecurity operations in organizations.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Foundations of Incident Response and Threat Hunting:

  • Key concepts of incident response and threat hunting.

  • Common attack vectors and threat actor techniques.

  • Incident response lifecycle and phases.

  • Importance of digital forensics in cybersecurity.

  • Tools and technologies for threat detection.

Unit 2:

Advanced Incident Response Techniques:

  • Processes involved in developing and executing incident response playbooks.

  • Techniques for isolating and containing cyber threats.

  • How to collect and preserve digital evidence during incidents.

  • Processes involved in addressing challenges while facing live response scenarios.

  • Methods for reporting and documenting incidents for post-incident analysis.

Unit 3:

Threat Hunting Strategies:

  • The threat hunting process and objectives.

  • Utilizing threat intelligence for proactive hunting.

  • Tools for analyzing system logs, network traffic, and memory for anomalies.

  • Identifying advanced persistent threats (APTs).

  • Techniques for tracking and neutralizing hidden threats.

Unit 4:

Digital Forensics in Cybersecurity Investigations:

  • Fundamentals of digital forensics in incident investigation.

  • Techniques for analyzing compromised systems for malicious activity.

  • Frameworks for examining file systems, registries, and logs for forensic evidence.

  • Malware analysis and extracting intelligence techniques.

  • Ensuring evidence integrity and proper documentation.

Unit 5:

Securing Systems and Mitigating Future Threats:

  • Importance of developing frameworks for proactive threat detection and response.

  • Leveraging advanced tools and technologies for threat management.

  • Building a culture of cybersecurity awareness within the organization.

  • Preparing for emerging threats and evolving attack methodologies.