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Exam Information
Official specifications published by EC-Council
Exam Format
240 min
150
60-85% (Variable cut score per exam form)
Professional
Registration
$550 USD
ECC Exam Portal, Pearson VUE, or online proctoring
English
Validity
3 years
Earn 120 ECE (EC-Council Continuing Education) credits; Retake the current version of the exam; Complete EC-Council approved training courses
312-49V10 Exam Topics and Domains
312-49V10 is organized into 6 weighted domains. Expect to work with AWS, MySQL, SQL Server, Autopsy, and more.
1
Forensic Science
15%
Understanding Different Types of Cybercrimes and Forensic Investigation Challenges
Types of Computer CrimesNetwork and Web Application ThreatsAnti-Forensics
- Understand the fundamentals of computer forensics
- Identify various types of cybercrimes and their impact
- Recognize challenges in forensic investigations
Computer Forensics and Forensic Investigator Responsibilities
Need and Scope of Computer ForensicsModern Forensics Integration
- Determine the roles and responsibilities of forensic investigators
- Understand forensic readiness and planning
- Comprehend modern forensic methodologies and integrations
Data Acquisition and Fundamental Concepts
Data Acquisition ConceptsTechnology Fundamentals
- Master data acquisition concepts and rules
- Understand fundamental concepts of databases, cloud, email, IoT, and malware
- Comprehend dark web investigation basics
2
Regulations, Policies and Ethics
10%
Rules and Regulations for Search and Seizure
Evidence Rules and Best PracticesSearch and Seizure Procedures
- Understand rules and regulations pertaining to search and seizure
- Master evidence examination procedures
- Comprehend chain of custody requirements
Legal Issues and Compliance
Laws Impacting Forensic Investigations
- Understand different laws and legal issues that impact forensic investigations
- Comprehend privacy and compliance requirements
Standards and Best Practices
Forensic Standards
Understand various standards and best practices related to computer forensics
3
Digital Evidence
18%
Digital Evidence Characteristics and Storage
Types and Sources of Digital EvidenceStorage Systems and Structure
- Understand the fundamental characteristics and types of digital evidence
- Comprehend storage systems and their forensic implications
Operating Systems Forensics
Desktop Operating SystemsMobile Operating Systems
- Understand the fundamental concepts and working of desktop and mobile operating systems
- Master OS-specific forensic techniques
Logs and File Analysis
Log File ForensicsFile Type Analysis
- Understand different types of logs and their importance in forensic investigations
- Master file type analysis and encoding standards
Database and WAF Forensics
Database ForensicsWeb Application Firewall
- Understand the fundamental workings of WAF and MySQL Database
- Master database forensic techniques
4
Procedures and Methodology
17%
Forensic Investigation Process
Investigation Setup and First ResponseInvestigation PhasesSpecialized Forensics
- Understand the forensic investigation process
- Master specialized forensic methodologies
- Comprehend reporting and testimony requirements
Data Acquisition Methodology
Acquisition Steps and GuidelinesPlatform-Specific Acquisition
- Understand the methodology to acquire data from different types of evidence
- Master platform-specific acquisition techniques
eDiscovery and Analysis
eDiscovery ProcessExamination and Event Correlation
- Understand the eDiscovery process
- Master examination and event correlation techniques
Dark Web and Malware Forensics
Dark Web ForensicsMalware Analysis Fundamentals
- Explain dark web and malware forensics
- Understand safe investigation procedures
5
Digital Forensics Devices
29%
Anti-Forensics Techniques and Countermeasures
Anti-Forensic TechniquesAnti-Forensics Countermeasures
Review various anti-forensic techniques and ways to defeat them
File and System Analysis
Windows AnalysisLinux and Mobile Analysis
- Analyze various files associated with Windows, Linux, and Android
- Master platform-specific analysis techniques
Network and Web Application Forensics
Network Log AnalysisAttack Detection and AnalysisWireless and Web Security
- Analyze various logs and perform network forensics
- Investigate network and web application attacks
Advanced Forensics Topics
Database and Dark Web ForensicsCloud and IoT Forensics
Perform forensics on databases, dark web, emails, cloud and IoT devices
Malware Analysis
Static and Dynamic AnalysisMalware Behavior and Persistence
- Perform static and dynamic malware analysis
- Analyze malware behavior on system and network level
Python Digital Forensics
Python Forensic Applications
Perform digital forensics using Python
6
Tools/Systems/Programs
11%
Operating System Investigation Tools
File System and Data Recovery ToolsPassword and Steganography ToolsSystem Analysis Tools
- Identify various tools to investigate operating systems
- Understand tool capabilities and limitations
Network and Application Investigation Tools
Network Forensics ToolsSpecialized Investigation Tools
- Determine tools for network and application investigation
- Master specialized forensic tool usage
Database and Cloud Investigation Tools
Database and Cloud ToolsEmerging Technology Tools
Determine various tools to investigate databases, cloud, and emerging technologies
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 312-49V10 earns the Certified Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator certification. It sits in the Digital Forensics and Incident Response track.
Current Level Exams
312-49v11 - CHFI v11v11 is the current version replacing v10
Next Level Options
- 312-79 - ECSA - EC-Council Certified Security Analyst
- GCFA - GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst
- GNFA - GIAC Network Forensic Analyst
Alternative Paths
- 212-82 - CND - Certified Network DefenderComplementary defensive skills
- 212-89 - ECIH - EC-Council Certified Incident HandlerRelated incident response skills
- 312-76 - ECES - EC-Council Certified Encryption SpecialistCryptography for forensics
- 312-85 - CTIA - Certified Threat Intelligence AnalystIntelligence gathering skills
Practice with Precision
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How to study for this exam?
Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for 312-49V10.
What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- RETIRED
- Last content update: 2022-12-31
- Announcement date: 2022-09-01
Updates
- Forensics-as-a-Service (FaaS) Emerging New topic in CHFI v11 and Blueprint v4 • Release date: 2024-01-01
- ChatGPT-4 in Evidence Processing GPT-4 Added to Blueprint v4 for evidence analysis • Release date: 2023-03-14
- GitOps Impact on Forensics Current New consideration in infrastructure forensics • Release date: 2024-01-01
- Container and Microservices Forensics Docker/Kubernetes Expanded coverage in cloud forensics domain • Release date: 2023-06-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Police and other law enforcement personnel and Defense and Military personnel.
- 2+ years of experience in information security
- CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) certification or training
- Basic understanding of networking and operating systems
- Knowledge of computer crime and digital evidence