I had read WFA 2/e a while back and just kept forgetting to post a review. Well, the wait is over One caveat though…. I have not read WFA 1/e, so I cannot compare what differences may exist between the two books. With that said, read on….. Traditional Digital Forensics methodology was to pull the [...]
Archive for the ‘forensics’ Category
Online & Offline Digital Forensics Resources
September 20th, 2011
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A listener of the show, Joe Tracy, recently queried me on the Facebook Fan Page asking what my Top 10 – 15 favorite online resources and Top 5 offline resources for entry level forensic analyst are. So I decided to put a list together for each topic to share with you all. These lists are [...]
Episode 32- Operational Security with Bugbear
August 22nd, 2011
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In this episode, I discuss the challenges of Operational Security with Tim M. (@bug_bear) about . Make sure to check out Tim’s blog: http://securitybraindump.blogspot.com/ Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Episode 31- Talking CDFS with Eric Huber
August 17th, 2011
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In this episode, I chat with Eric Huber about the recently announced Digital Forensics organization, The Consortium of Digital Forensic Specialists. We discuss who is on the interim board, the goals and benefits of CDFS and the organization’s outlook. Visit www.cdfs.org for more information. Joe Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Episode 29- Sony Hack, MacDefender, Dropbox Privacy and ForensicArtifacts.com
June 3rd, 2011
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In this episode, I talk about the Sony hacks, MacDefender, Dropbox privacy issues, ForensicArtifacts.com and upcoming events in the month of June. Show Notes: Sony/PBS Hacks links: http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/news/2011/06/sony-hacked-yet-again-plaintext-passwords-posted.ars http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/news/2011/05/hacktivists-scorch-pbs-in-retaliation-for-wikileaks-documentary.ars http://www.informationweek.com/news/security/attacks/229700188 Mac Defender, Apple Security Update and Avast A/V Free for Mac: http://www.tuaw.com/2011/05/19/macdefender-malware-protection-and-removal-guide/ http://www.tuaw.com/2011/05/31/mac-security-update-2011-003-now-available-for-download/ http://www.macrumors.com/2011/06/02/apple-responds-quickly-to-evolving-mac-defender-threat-with-updated-malware-definitions/ http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4657 http://www.tuaw.com/2011/06/01/avast-free-antivirus-for-mac-beta-now-available/ Using TrueCrypt with Dropbox: http://lifehacker.com/5794486/how-to-add-a-second-layer-of-encryption-to-dropbox [...]
2011 Forensic 4cast Awards
May 7th, 2011
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Lee over at Forensic 4cast has posted the list of nominees for the 2011 Forensic 4cast Awards as well as the official ballot, which you can find here. The results of the voting will be announced at the 2011 SANS Forensics & Incident Response Summit being held on June 7 at 4:20pm. With that said, [...]
Episode 28- Interview with Hal Pomeranz
May 3rd, 2011
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Hey guys, I’m back from a bit of a break. Thanks for being patient! Anyway, I had the pleasure of interviewing Hal Pomeranz for this show. He is the founder of Deer Run Associates and the longest tenured SANS Institute Instructor. Enjoy the show! Joe Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Episode 25- Life After Law Enforcement with Eric Huber
February 11th, 2011
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In this episode, I talk with Eric Huber about what awaits Digital Forensics & InfoSec practitioners getting ready to retire from Law Enforcement. Also, Lee Whitfield has announced that nominations are open for the 2011 Forensic4Cast awards. Please nominate this show in the category of “Best Digital Forensic Podcast”. It would be much appreciated!!! Eric’s [...]
Free 16GB iPad with SANS vLive! Courses
January 11th, 2011
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Didn’t get what you were wishing for last month? Now through February 2, receive a FREE 16GB iPad(TM) with Wi-Fi with the purchase of any of the following online courses! FOR408: Computer Forensic Essentials vLive! course starts March 1 and meets Tue/Thu evenings http://www.sans.org/info/66203 MGT414: SANS(R) +S(TM) Training Program for the CISSP(R) Certification Exam vLive! [...]
Episode 23- Forensics on a Budget
January 5th, 2011
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The show notes are chock full o’ links for your reading/research pleasure. News Links: ImageUSB Utility: http://www.osforensics.com/tools/write-usb-images.html Gawker Breach: http://www.businessinsider.com/gawker-hacked-2010-12 http://www.mediaite.com/online/gawker-medias-entire-commenter-database-appears-to-have-been-hacked/ LinkedIn Password Reset: http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-20025688-245.html?tag=cnetRiver Shameless plug for my Password episode: http://www.cybercrime101.com/episode-2-passwords Fake Microsoft Security Update email: http://www.pcworld.com/article/215491/worm_planted_in_fake_microsoft_security_update.html?tk=twt_pcw http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2011/01/04/fake-microsoft-update-spreads-worm/ CEIC Conference: http://www.ceicconference.com/agenda.aspx Forensic Software Links: Red Wolf Forensics (Skype Log Parser, Prefetch Parser): http://redwolfcomputerforensics.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=42&Itemid=55 RegRipper: [...]
