National CAE Designated Institution
  • Online, Self-Paced

This course introduces the unique skills and methodologies necessary to assist in the investigation and prosecution of cyber crimes involving decryption. Topics include decryption of PGP key rings, private keys, EFS hard drives, and encrypted containers.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion, students will be able to use the course processes and methodologies to obtain forensic evidence from encrypted files, folders, and systems.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.

Feedback

If you would like to provide feedback for this course, please e-mail the NICCS SO at NICCS@hq.dhs.gov.