About CHFI certification
CHFI (Computer hacking forensic investigator)
is a certification developed by the EC-Council for those professionals who want
to pursue a career in digital forensic. The CHFI
certification provides a real-like forensic investigation environment
with a deep understanding of forensic investigation methods and tools used
while investigating a cyber-crime.
What does a computer hacking forensic
investigator do?
A
computer hacking forensic investigator is a professional that investigates and
discovers the procedure followed by a cybercriminal. He deals with the traces
left behind the attacker and finds pieces of evidence that later help in
supporting the legal proceedings against the cybercriminal. The digital
Forensic Investigators are highly in demand in government agencies, law firms,
software development, and accounting firms.
CHFI exam details
The
CHFI exam tests a candidate’s ability to identify the traces left behind a
cyber-criminal.
CHFI
Exam Details:-
Exam Format- Multiple choice
Number of Questions - 150
Exam Duration- 4 Hours
Passing Score- 65% to 85%
CHFI Exam Preparation Tips
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Do some research about the CHFI exam
Just like any
other examination, the first step of preparation is to gather all the
information about the exam that is available out there. The official website of
the EC-Council already has plenty of resources available. Read the blogs and
FAQs on the CHFI examination.
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Study all the domains of CHFI carefully
Go through the
exam domains and study them thoroughly. The CHFI exam includes the following
domains:
Ø Computer Forensics in
Today’s World
Ø Computer Forensics
Investigation Process
Ø Understanding Hard Disks
and File Systems
Ø Operating System Forensics
Ø Defeating Anti-Forensics
Techniques
Ø Data Acquisition and
Duplication
Ø Network Forensics
Ø Investigating Web Attacks
Ø Database Forensics
Ø Cloud Forensics
Ø Malware Forensics
Ø Investigating E-mail
Crimes
Ø Mobile Forensics
Ø Investigative Reports
Choose a training mode
EC-Council provides you various training modes to help you
get an in-depth knowledge of digital forensic and prepare for the certification
exam. You can select from a self-paced training, one-on-one training method,
and classroom training programs offered by EC-Council accredited centers.
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Practice before sitting for the actual examination
Go through the practice
test series and attempt questions to assess your progress. Identify the strong
and weak areas through self-evaluation. Focus on improving your speed and
accuracy as you will get only 4 hours to attempt 150 questions.
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On the exam day
Do proper revisions and
time management practice before sitting for the exam. Make sure that you are
carrying all the documents required to sit for the examination. Reach the exam
center at the right time because in case if you miss the exam, then you have to
reschedule it.
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