# Digital Forensics - Basics of DF, Evidence types, NIST chain of custody, System forensics (file systems), Network forensic. Incident Response - IR Lifecycle, Best Practices

> Digital forensics and incident response are critical for understanding and managing cybersecurity threats. This lesson covers the fundamentals of digital forensics, including evidence types, the NIST chain of custody, and system and network forensics. It also explores the incident response lifecycl…

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- Program: [Cybersecurity Bootcamp](https://learn.thecyberinstructor.com/program/cybersecurity-bootcamp-4654)
- Access: Requires enrollment in Cybersecurity Bootcamp
- Length: 2 h 3 min video
- Academy: The Cyber Instructor

## About this lesson

Digital forensics and incident response are critical for understanding and managing cybersecurity threats. This lesson covers the fundamentals of digital forensics, including evidence types, the NIST chain of custody, and system and network forensics. It also explores the incident response lifecycle, emphasizing best practices for preparation, detection, analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery. Ideal for cybersecurity professionals and students, this lesson equips you with essential knowledge and tools for effective incident management.

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