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The International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists

AMDF: Advanced Mobile Device Forensics

AMDF Course Overview

The IACIS Advanced Mobile Device Forensics course is a 36-hour course of instruction, offered over five (5) consecutive days. Take your mobile forensics investigative skills to the next level with our comprehensive course on Advanced Mobile Device Forensics. This class is designed for seasoned forensic examiners and investigators and will equip you with an intricate understanding of Android and iOS file systems.

Delve into an analysis of Android and iOS devices as you comprehend the underpinning principles of advanced database, protobuf analysis, and other data stores not fully parsed by popular commercial forensic tools. Navigate the complexities of malware investigation on Android devices, bolstering your ability to identify, understand, and mitigate threats.

A pivotal aspect of this course is the utilization of Python scripts to extract valuable artifacts from smartphones. Learn to harness the power of scripting languages to automate and refine your forensic investigations. This course provides extensive training on the in-depth parsing of third-party applications, enlightening you with new dimensions of data retrieval and analysis.

Beyond reliance on conventional tools and push-button forensics, the course promotes a deep understanding of data stores, encouraging you to go beyond tool-led investigations. It emphasizes pairing commercial-based tools with open-source alternatives, broadening your toolkit, and enhancing your versatility as a forensic examiner.

Deepen your familiarity with Android malware artifacts and learn methodologies to spot them in your digital investigations. This course is enriched with numerous real-world examples and hands-on exercises, assisting you in sharpening your practical skills.

Finally, this course ensures you will become familiar with Python scripts and how they can significantly assist in your investigations. Understand the language’s potentials, develop your scripts, and master the art of leveraging Python to elevate the precision and speed of your forensic investigations.

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The MDF course provides baseline competencies to prepare students for the Advanced MDF course, but not required.

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Core Competencies / Details
  1. Advanced understanding of Android and iOS file systems
  2. Proficient in using commercial and open-source forensic tools
  3. In-depth parsing of third-party applications
  4. Expertise in advanced database and various types of data store analysis
  5. Deep understanding of data stores
  6. Utilization of Python scripts for forensic examination
  7. Proficiency in investigating Android malware

Download PDFPlease click here to download the official AMDF Core Competencies document which includes details for each core competency.

Download PDFClick to view the 2-week AMDF Course Schedule.

IACIS ChairGuided by industry-leading professionals, including a distinguished IACIS Chair, the AMDF course content stays consistently updated to reflect the latest cybersecurity and digital forensic best practices.

Apply knowledge towards:

CFCE IACIS Certification

CFCE

Certified Forensic Computer Examiner Program

CAWFE IACIS Certification

ICMDE

Certified Mobile Device Examiner

CMDE IACIS Certification

CAWFE

Certified Advanced Windows Forensic Examiner

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Where and When is the AMDF Course Offered?

IACIS offers the AMDF course at multiple locations, accommodating the varied schedules of our professional audience. For course dates and locations, please visit our EVENTS page.

How to Register for this Course

Existing IACIS members, simply log in with your IACIS credentials and go to the PURCHASE TRAINING page to purchase and register for the course.

For non-IACIS members, the membership fee is waived with the purchase of the training course; however, to register for the course you must complete a membership application at the time of purchase. Go to the PURCHASE TRAINING page to purchase and register for the course and complete your membership application.

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