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This course will help you master the principles of Digital Forensics, a vital component in the fight against cybercrime. Digital forensic analysts use scientific methods to collect, analyze, and protect critical evidence of criminal cyber activities. Equipped with this knowledge, you will be empowered to answer the questions behind cyber incidents (who? what? when? how?) and contribute to a safer digital landscape for everyone.
Who is this course for? Persons with an IT background or people interested in learning more about cybersecurity, including from policymaking, law, civil society and academia. No previous experience in cybersecurity or technical knowledge in incident management is required.
What will you learn? After taking this course, you will be able to:
- Outline the critical role of Digital Forensics in cybersecurity, focusing on its objectives, methodologies, and relevance in incident analysis.
- Identify the key steps of the Digital Forensics process, which equips you to handle investigations with precision and reliability.
- Describe the main aspects of the Digital Forensics Standards to ensure the integrity of your Digital Forensic investigations.
- Describe how Digital Forensics strengthens security measures and prepares organizations for future threats through the Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Lifecycle framework.
- Explain the importance of understanding the complementary roles of incident management and Digital Forensics in cybersecurity by fostering collaboration for effective incident handling.
How much time do you need to invest? You will need approx. 75 minutes to complete this course.
Topics: Digital forensics, cybercrime scene, evidence, digital investigation, chain of custody, cybersecurity, ACPO principles, ISO 17025, RFC 3227, ISO 27041
Certificate: The platform will automatically generate a certificate of participation once you have completed the course and passed the final test. The passing mark is set at 75%. You will also receive an open badge you can share on professional networks.
Course Developers: GIZ / p-didakt
Course Providers: GIZ
Course Contact: Partnership for Cybersecurity / partnership.cybersecurity@giz.de
License: Creative Commons BY-SA
Publication Date: 17 July 2025
