• Online, Self-Paced

The first course in a series covering USB in depth. Throughout the sequence, emphasis will be placed on USB mass storage devices, often a part of digital forensic investigations. USB Human Interface Devices (HID) will be discussed as they are used in a number of attacks. This course covers the fundamentals of how USB devices interact with hosts.

Learning Objectives

  • Endpoints, Classes, and Commands
  • Hosts and Hubs
  • USB Mass Storage Descriptors, Endpoints, and Device Presentation
  • USB Mass Storage Communication and Windows Specific Behavior
  • USB Human Interface Devices

    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

    • Digital Forensics

    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.