Digital Forensics

Digital forensics is a branch of forensic science focused on the recovery, investigation, and analysis of digital evidence from electronic devices and storage media. It involves applying scientific methods to preserve, identify, extract, and document data for legal or investigative purposes. This field is crucial for cybersecurity incidents, criminal investigations, and corporate compliance.

Also known as: Computer Forensics, Cyber Forensics, Digital Investigation, DFIR, Forensic Computing

Why learn Digital Forensics?

Developers should learn digital forensics to enhance cybersecurity skills, investigate data breaches, and support legal cases involving digital evidence. It's essential for roles in incident response, forensic analysis, and compliance auditing, particularly in industries like finance, healthcare, and law enforcement where data integrity is critical.

Learning Resources

• docs: NIST Digital Forensics Guidelines
• course: SANS Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Training
• course: Introduction to Digital Forensics on Coursera
• tutorial: Digital Forensics Fundamentals by EC-Council
• book: The Basics of Digital Forensics by John Sammons