Introduction to Forensics

Authors: Laav10 and Anupriya

Introduction:

Forensics in CTF usually covers a wide range of challenges that involve analyzing digital artifacts to uncover the hidden flag. It can range from anything like file analysis, memory or disc forensics or even Network.

Prerequisites:

1) Linux system recommended. Note: Some techniques use Windows applications. 
2) Basic knowledge on command line

Always begin analyzing with what you have in hand. Observe what you have been given and try with the basic tools first.

Table of contents:

• General

• Steganography

• Cracking Passwords

• Forensic Platforms

• Conclusion

• Websites

• Additional References

• Research Papers

• Online Community