Incident Response & Computer Forensics, Third Edition

The definitive guide to incident response--updated for the first time in a decade! Thoroughly revised to cover the latest and most effective tools and techniques, Incident Response & Computer Forensics, Third Edition arms you with the information you need to get your organization out of trouble when data breaches occur. This practical resource covers the entire lifecycle of incident response, including preparation, data collection, data analysis, and remediation. Real-world case studies reveal the methods behind--and remediation strategies for--today's most insidious attacks.

Architect an infrastructure that allows for methodical investigation and remediation

Develop leads, identify indicators of compromise, and determine incident scope

Collect and preserve live data

Perform forensic duplication

Analyze data from networks, enterprise services, and applications

Investigate Windows and Mac OS X systems

Perform malware triage

Write detailed incident response reports

Create and implement comprehensive remediation plans