Sql Server Forensic Analysis

Author : Kevvie Fowler
Publisher : Addison-Wesley Professional
ISBN 13 : 9780321544360
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book SQL Server Forensic Analysis written by Kevvie Fowler and published by Addison-Wesley Professional. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The tools and techniques investigators need to conduct crucial forensic investigations in SQL Server. The database is the part of a forensic investigation that companies are the most concerned about. This book provides data and tools needed to avoid under or over reporting. Teaches many about aspects about SQL server that are not widely known. A complete tutorial to conducting SQL Server investigations and using that knowledge to confirm, assess, and investigate a digital intrusion. Companies today are in a terrible bind: They must report all possible data security breaches, but they don't always know if, in a given breech, data has been compromised. As a result, most companies are releasing information to the public about every system breech or attempted system breech they know about. This reporting, in turn, whips up public hysteria and makes many companies look bad. Kevvie Fowler's 'SQL Server Forensic Analysis' is an attempt to calm everyone down and focuses on a key, under-documented component of today's forensics investigations. The book will help investigators determine if a breech was attempted, if information on the database server was compromised in any way, and if any rootkits have been installed that can compromise sensitive data in the future. Readers will learn how to prioritize, acquire, and analyze database evidence using forensically sound practices and free industry tools. The final chapter will include a case study that demonstrates all the techniques from the book applied in a walk-through of a real-world investigation.

Author : Kevvie Fowler
Publisher : Pearson Education
ISBN 13 : 0321617673
Total Pages : 570 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book SQL Server Forenisc Analysis written by Kevvie Fowler and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2008-12-16 with total page 570 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “What Kevvie Fowler has done here is truly amazing: He has defined, established, and documented SQL server forensic methods and techniques, exposing readers to an entirely new area of forensics along the way. This fantastic book is a much needed and incredible contribution to the incident response and forensic communities.” —Curtis W. Rose, founder of Curtis W. Rose and Associates and coauthor of Real Digital Forensics The Authoritative, Step-by-Step Guide to Investigating SQL Server Database Intrusions Many forensics investigations lead to the discovery that an SQL Server database might have been breached. If investigators cannot assess and qualify the scope of an intrusion, they may be forced to report it publicly–a disclosure that is painful for companies and customers alike. There is only one way to avoid this problem: Master the specific skills needed to fully investigate SQL Server intrusions. In SQL Server Forensic Analysis, author Kevvie Fowler shows how to collect and preserve database artifacts safely and non-disruptively; analyze them to confirm or rule out database intrusions; and retrace the actions of an intruder within a database server. A chapter-length case study reinforces Fowler’s techniques as he guides you through a real-world investigation from start to finish. The techniques described in SQL Server Forensic Analysis can be used both to identify unauthorized data access and modifications and to gather the information needed to recover from an intrusion by restoring the pre-incident database state. Coverage includes Determining whether data was actually compromised during a database intrusion and, if so, which data Real-world forensic techniques that can be applied on all SQL Server instances, including those with default logging Identifying, extracting, and analyzing database evidence from both published and unpublished areas of SQL Server Building a complete SQL Server incident response toolkit Detecting and circumventing SQL Server rootkits Identifying and recovering previously deleted database data using native SQL Server commands SQL Server Forensic Analysis is the first book of its kind to focus on the unique area of SQL Server incident response and forensics. Whether you’re a digital forensics specialist, incident response team member, law enforcement officer, corporate security specialist, auditor, or database professional, you’ll find this book an indispensable resource.

Author : Harlan Carvey
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 1597495816
Total Pages : 226 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Windows Registry Forensics written by Harlan Carvey and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-01-03 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Windows Registry Forensics provides the background of the Windows Registry to help develop an understanding of the binary structure of Registry hive files. Approaches to live response and analysis are included, and tools and techniques for postmortem analysis are discussed at length. Tools and techniques are presented that take the student and analyst beyond the current use of viewers and into real analysis of data contained in the Registry, demonstrating the forensic value of the Registry. Named a 2011 Best Digital Forensics Book by InfoSec Reviews, this book is packed with real-world examples using freely available open source tools. It also includes case studies and a CD containing code and author-created tools discussed in the book. This book will appeal to computer forensic and incident response professionals, including federal government and commercial/private sector contractors, consultants, etc. Named a 2011 Best Digital Forensics Book by InfoSec Reviews Packed with real-world examples using freely available open source tools Deep explanation and understanding of the Windows Registry – the most difficult part of Windows to analyze forensically Includes a CD containing code and author-created tools discussed in the book

Author : Paul Sanderson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781980293071
Total Pages : 315 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book SQLite Forensics written by Paul Sanderson and published by . This book was released on 2018-05-12 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SQLite is a self-contained SQL database engine that is used on every smartphone (including all iOS and Android devices) and most computers (including all Macs and Windows 10 machines). Each computer or phone using SQLite often has hundreds of SQLite databases and it is estimated that there are over one trillion SQLite databases in active use. Given the above, the importance of examining all of the data held in these databases in an investigation is paramount, and of course this includes examining deleted data whenever possible.In this book we cover the format of the SQLite database, and associated journal and Write-Ahead Logs (WAL) in great detail. We show how records are encoded, how to decode them manually and how to decode records that are partially overwritten. We also describe how the workings of SQLite, and in particular the journal and WAL, can be used to ascertain what has happened in a manner that cannot be determined from the data alone. We cover basic SQL queries and how they can be used to create a custom report that includes data from different tables, and we show how we can use SQL queries to test hypothesises about the relationships of data in different tables.This book is aimed mainly at forensic practitioners, and it is assumed that the reader has some basic knowledge of computer forensics; it will also be of interest to computer professionals in general particularly those who have an interest in the SQLite file format.

Author : Eoghan Casey
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0080921477
Total Pages : 594 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Digital Forensics and Investigation written by Eoghan Casey and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2009-10-07 with total page 594 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Handbook of Digital Forensics and Investigation builds on the success of the Handbook of Computer Crime Investigation, bringing together renowned experts in all areas of digital forensics and investigation to provide the consummate resource for practitioners in the field. It is also designed as an accompanying text to Digital Evidence and Computer Crime. This unique collection details how to conduct digital investigations in both criminal and civil contexts, and how to locate and utilize digital evidence on computers, networks, and embedded systems. Specifically, the Investigative Methodology section of the Handbook provides expert guidance in the three main areas of practice: Forensic Analysis, Electronic Discovery, and Intrusion Investigation. The Technology section is extended and updated to reflect the state of the art in each area of specialization. The main areas of focus in the Technology section are forensic analysis of Windows, Unix, Macintosh, and embedded systems (including cellular telephones and other mobile devices), and investigations involving networks (including enterprise environments and mobile telecommunications technology). This handbook is an essential technical reference and on-the-job guide that IT professionals, forensic practitioners, law enforcement, and attorneys will rely on when confronted with computer related crime and digital evidence of any kind. *Provides methodologies proven in practice for conducting digital investigations of all kinds *Demonstrates how to locate and interpret a wide variety of digital evidence, and how it can be useful in investigations *Presents tools in the context of the investigative process, including EnCase, FTK, ProDiscover, foremost, XACT, Network Miner, Splunk, flow-tools, and many other specialized utilities and analysis platforms *Case examples in every chapter give readers a practical understanding of the technical, logistical, and legal challenges that arise in real investigations

Author : Gerard Johansen
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1787285391
Total Pages : 324 pages
Book Rating : 4.92/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Digital Forensics and Incident Response written by Gerard Johansen and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2017-07-24 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical guide to deploying digital forensic techniques in response to cyber security incidents About This Book Learn incident response fundamentals and create an effective incident response framework Master forensics investigation utilizing digital investigative techniques Contains real-life scenarios that effectively use threat intelligence and modeling techniques Who This Book Is For This book is targeted at Information Security professionals, forensics practitioners, and students with knowledge and experience in the use of software applications and basic command-line experience. It will also help professionals who are new to the incident response/digital forensics role within their organization. What You Will Learn Create and deploy incident response capabilities within your organization Build a solid foundation for acquiring and handling suitable evidence for later analysis Analyze collected evidence and determine the root cause of a security incident Learn to integrate digital forensic techniques and procedures into the overall incident response process Integrate threat intelligence in digital evidence analysis Prepare written documentation for use internally or with external parties such as regulators or law enforcement agencies In Detail Digital Forensics and Incident Response will guide you through the entire spectrum of tasks associated with incident response, starting with preparatory activities associated with creating an incident response plan and creating a digital forensics capability within your own organization. You will then begin a detailed examination of digital forensic techniques including acquiring evidence, examining volatile memory, hard drive assessment, and network-based evidence. You will also explore the role that threat intelligence plays in the incident response process. Finally, a detailed section on preparing reports will help you prepare a written report for use either internally or in a courtroom. By the end of the book, you will have mastered forensic techniques and incident response and you will have a solid foundation on which to increase your ability to investigate such incidents in your organization. Style and approach The book covers practical scenarios and examples in an enterprise setting to give you an understanding of how digital forensics integrates with the overall response to cyber security incidents. You will also learn the proper use of tools and techniques to investigate common cyber security incidents such as malware infestation, memory analysis, disk analysis, and network analysis.

Author : Josh Shaul
Publisher : Syngress
ISBN 13 : 0080555667
Total Pages : 279 pages
Book Rating : 4.69/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Practical Oracle Security written by Josh Shaul and published by Syngress. This book was released on 2011-08-31 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the only practical, hands-on guide available to database administrators to secure their Oracle databases. This book will help the DBA to assess their current level of risk as well as their existing security posture. It will then provide practical, applicable knowledge to appropriately secure the Oracle database. The only practical, hands-on guide for securing your Oracle database published by independent experts. Your Oracle database does not exist in a vacuum, so this book shows you how to securely integrate your database into your enterprise.

Author : Andrew Hoog
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 1597496510
Total Pages : 394 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Android Forensics written by Andrew Hoog and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-06-15 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Android Forensics" covers an open source mobile device platform based on the Linux 2.6 kernel and managed by the Open Handset Alliance. This book provides a thorough review of the Android platform including supported hardware devices, the structure of the Android development project, and implementation of core services (wireless communication, data storage, and other low-level functions).

Author : Kevvie Fowler
Publisher : Syngress
ISBN 13 : 0128034505
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Data Breach Preparation and Response written by Kevvie Fowler and published by Syngress. This book was released on 2016-06-08 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Data Breach Preparation and Response: Breaches are Certain, Impact is Not is the first book to provide 360 degree visibility and guidance on how to proactively prepare for and manage a data breach and limit impact. Data breaches are inevitable incidents that can disrupt business operations and carry severe reputational and financial impact, making them one of the largest risks facing organizations today. The effects of a breach can be felt across multiple departments within an organization, who will each play a role in effectively managing the breach. Kevvie Fowler has assembled a team of leading forensics, security, privacy, legal, public relations and cyber insurance experts to create the definitive breach management reference for the whole organization. Discusses the cyber criminals behind data breaches and the underground dark web forums they use to trade and sell stolen data Features never-before published techniques to qualify and discount a suspected breach or to verify and precisely scope a confirmed breach Helps identify your sensitive data, and the commonly overlooked data sets that, if stolen, can result in a material breach Defines breach response plan requirements and describes how to develop a plan tailored for effectiveness within your organization Explains strategies for proactively self-detecting a breach and simplifying a response Covers critical first-responder steps and breach management practices, including containing a breach and getting the scope right, the first time Shows how to leverage threat intelligence to improve breach response and management effectiveness Offers guidance on how to manage internal and external breach communications, restore trust, and resume business operations after a breach, including the critical steps after the breach to reduce breach-related litigation and regulatory fines Illustrates how to define your cyber-defensible position to improve data protection and demonstrate proper due diligence practices

Author : Andrew Hoog
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 159749660X
Total Pages : 327 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book iPhone and iOS Forensics written by Andrew Hoog and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-07-25 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: iPhone and iOS Forensics is a guide to the forensic acquisition and analysis of iPhone and iOS devices, and offers practical advice on how to secure iOS devices, data and apps. The book takes an in-depth look at methods and processes that analyze the iPhone/iPod in an official legal manner, so that all of the methods and procedures outlined in the text can be taken into any courtroom. It includes information data sets that are new and evolving, with official hardware knowledge from Apple itself to help aid investigators. This book consists of 7 chapters covering device features and functions; file system and data storage; iPhone and iPad data security; acquisitions; data and application analysis; and commercial tool testing. This book will appeal to forensic investigators (corporate and law enforcement) and incident response professionals. Learn techniques to forensically acquire the iPhone, iPad and other iOS devices Entire chapter focused on Data and Application Security that can assist not only forensic investigators, but also application developers and IT security managers In-depth analysis of many of the common applications (both default and downloaded), including where specific data is found within the file system