Mastering Network Forensics: A practical approach to investigating and defending against network attacks

Network forensics is a rapidly growing field with a high demand for skilled professionals. This book provides a comprehensive guide on the subject, covering everything from the fundamentals to advanced topics such as malware analysis and cyber attack investigation.

Written by a seasoned expert with over 15 years of experience, this hands-on guide includes practical exercises in offensive security, Windows internals, reverse engineering, and cyber forensics. The book begins with the basics of network forensics, including concepts like digital evidence, network traffic analysis, and log analysis. It teaches you how to identify intrusion attempts, mitigate cyber incidents, and investigate complex cyber attacks. As you progress through the book, you will learn more advanced topics such as malware analysis, reverse engineering, and memory forensics. You will also learn how to use network forensics tools and techniques to investigate real-world incidents. This book concludes with a discussion of the career opportunities available in network forensics and teaches you how to find a job in the field and develop your skills.

Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning about network forensics.

Key features

• Master all essential network forensics topics with in-depth coverage.
• Learn from real-world examples and detailed case studies.
• Gain hands-on experience with network forensic tools and techniques.

What you will learn

• Analyze network traffic using protocols and deep packet analysis techniques.
• Explore the realm of wireless forensics and respond to wireless network incidents.
• Decrypt TLS communication to gain visibility into encrypted data.
• Demystify service and protocol abuse and decode exploit kits through simulations.
• Learn automation techniques to streamline network forensics processes.
• Track down malware and investigate ransomware attacks for mitigation.

Who this book is for

This book is ideal for network security professionals, cybersecurity analysts, forensic investigators, and incident responders seeking to specialize in network forensics.

About the Author

Nipun Jaswal is a highly experienced cybersecurity professional with a rich background of over 15 years in the field. He is renowned for his exceptional expertise in safeguarding the digital world. Nipun has represented India at prestigious global events such as the BRICS Summit and Future Skills, showcasing his exceptional skills and knowledge in cybersecurity. He has authored 11 Penetration Testing and Network Forensics books, further establishing his expertise in the field.

In addition to his remarkable contributions to the cybersecurity industry, Nipun is dedicated to imparting advanced cybersecurity knowledge and education to law enforcement agencies across the world. His passion and dedication to securing the everevolving digital landscape have earned him several prestigious awards, including Asia’s Top 100 Power Leaders in Technology, Award of Excellence, and Tech Leadership award.

As a hardcore techie, Nipun has discovered and led the discovery of multiple zero-day exploits in Enterprise Software. Currently, he is serving as a Senior Director at Protiviti India, contributing his exceptional skills and knowledge to the organization. Nipun completed his Master’s in Technology from LPU, which has further strengthened his technical expertise in cybersecurity.