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CHFI Forensic Investigator

CHFI exam preparation: collect digital evidence, analyse disks, memory and logs, and report on incidents.

6Core areas
45 daysDuration
DigitalForensics focus
100+Students trained
What is this course

Find out what really happened

After a cyber attack, someone has to piece together the evidence. This course teaches digital forensic investigation, from collecting evidence correctly to writing reports that hold up, while preparing you for the CHFI exam.

  • Follow the forensic investigation process and chain of custody
  • Acquire evidence and create disk images
  • Perform file system, Windows and Linux forensics
  • Analyse memory and network traffic
  • Write forensic reports that hold up
01Secure the sceneChain of custody
02Collect evidenceDisk imaging and acquisition
03AnalyseFile systems, memory and logs
04InvestigateEmail, web and malware
05ReportClear, defensible findings
Why this course

What you gain from this course

Investigation skills for incident response and forensics roles.

Evidence done right

Collect and handle evidence so it stays valid.

Hands-on labs

Analyse real disk images, memory and logs.

CHFI exam prep

Prepare for the CHFI certification exam.

Timeline analysis

Reconstruct what happened, step by step.

Malware investigation

Understand how malware behaves on a system.

Report writing

Write reports that stand up to scrutiny.

Career goals

Where this course can take you

Forensics skills are needed in incident response, law enforcement and consulting.

Start

Forensic Analyst

Examine digital evidence.

Next

Incident Responder

Investigate security incidents.

Grow

DFIR Specialist

Lead forensics and response.

Lead

Forensics Consultant

Support investigations for clients.

Your learning path: Certified Network Defender → CHFI Forensic Investigator → Incident response roles
Career outcomes

A specialist career path

Few professionals can investigate cyber incidents properly, which makes the skill valuable.

DFIR roles

Digital forensics and incident response teams hire specialists.

Law enforcement and legal

Support investigations that need digital evidence.

Consulting

Help companies investigate breaches.

Roles you can apply for

Common roles for forensics skills:

  • Forensic Analyst
  • Incident Responder
  • DFIR Specialist
  • Forensics Consultant

Career growth depends on your skills, experience and the hiring company.

Syllabus

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Digital forensicsCHFI exam prepEvidence handlingReporting
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Certificate and certification

Finish the course. Pass the exam.

Every student gets a course completion certificate. Take the certification exam to get certified.

Included for everyone

Course completion certificate

Complete the course and receive a GlobalHackers certificate of completion, which you can add to your resume and LinkedIn profile.

Certification exam

CHFI Forensic Investigator certification

At the end of the course, take the GlobalHackers certification exam. Pass it to earn the CHFI Forensic Investigator certification.

Practical examHands-onPass to get certified
Who is it for

Made for investigators

For anyone interested in digital forensics and incident response.

Security analystsMoving into forensics
Incident respondersStrengthening investigations
IT and law enforcementHandling digital evidence
StudentsInterested in forensics

What you need

  • Basic computer and operating system knowledge
  • Interest in investigation and detail
  • A laptop and a stable internet connection

What you will be able to do

  • Handle evidence with a proper chain of custody
  • Analyse disks, memory and network traffic
  • Investigate email, web and malware incidents
  • Write forensic reports that hold up
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Your mentor

GlobalHackers mentors

Experienced security practitioners lead the live classes and labs.

Why choose this course
  • Hands-on evidence analysis
  • CHFI exam preparation
  • Investigation process end to end
  • Report writing that holds up
How to enroll

Join the next batch in 4 simple steps

We help you at every step, from choosing the course to your first class.

Book a free callTell us your background and goals. We check if this course is right for you.
Choose your batchPick a batch and timing that fits your college or work schedule.
Confirm your seatComplete registration with our team to lock your seat.
Start learningGet your onboarding details and join your first live class.
FAQ

Questions about this course

Who conducts the CHFI exam?

The official CHFI exam is conducted by EC-Council. This course prepares you for it; the exam is booked separately.

What is digital forensics?

It is the process of collecting and analysing digital evidence to find out what happened during an incident.

Will I get a certificate?

Yes. Every student who completes the course gets a course completion certificate. Pass the certification exam to earn the CHFI Forensic Investigator certification.

Do I need prior experience?

Basic computer and operating system knowledge is enough to start. Network Defender or CEH helps.

What should I learn after this course?

Practise on real incident response work, or strengthen your offensive side with CEH.

Ready to become a forensic investigator?

Book a free counselling call and get the next batch dates.