Endpoint Forensics

Endpoint forensics is a cybersecurity discipline focused on the collection, analysis, and preservation of digital evidence from endpoint devices such as computers, servers, mobile devices, and IoT devices. It involves investigating security incidents, data breaches, or malicious activities by examining artifacts like memory dumps, file systems, logs, and network connections. The goal is to reconstruct events, identify root causes, and support legal or remediation efforts.

Also known as: Digital Forensics, Computer Forensics, Incident Response Forensics, Endpoint Investigation, DFIR (Digital Forensics and Incident Response)

Why learn Endpoint Forensics?

Developers should learn endpoint forensics to enhance their security skills, especially when building or maintaining systems that handle sensitive data or require compliance with regulations like GDPR or HIPAA. It is crucial for incident response teams, security engineers, and DevOps professionals to diagnose breaches, analyze malware, and improve system resilience by understanding attack vectors and evidence trails.

Learning Resources

• course: SANS FOR500: Windows Forensic Analysis
• docs: NIST Guide to Integrating Forensic Techniques into Incident Response
• tutorial: DFIR Training - Incident Response and Forensics Tutorials
• book: The Art of Memory Forensics Book
• course: Cybrary - Digital Forensics Course