The 312‑49v11 CHFI v11 exam is an advanced EC-Council certification for professionals looking to validate skills in computer forensic investigation. Unlike CEH or ECSA, which focus on ethical hacking or penetration testing, CHFI v11 emphasizes the collection, preservation, and analysis of digital evidence across Windows, Linux, macOS, and network systems.
Exam OverviewFeature312‑49v11 CHFI v11CEH / ECSA
LevelAdvancedAssociate / Specialist
FocusForensic investigation & evidence analysisEthical hacking & penetration testing
Hands-on LabsHigh (68+ labs)Medium
Exam Format150 scenario-based multiple-choiceMultiple-choice / lab
Passing Score70%70-85%
AudienceForensic analysts, incident respondersSecurity analysts, pen-testers
⚠️ Important: Exam dumps are practice aids only. Hands-on labs and real scenario experience are essential to succeed in CHFI v11.
Core CHFI v11 SkillsThe CHFI v11 curriculum covers: Disk and memory analysis File system artifacts recovery (NTFS, FAT32, HFS+, APFS, Ext2/3/4) Email, social media, and network forensics Malware and web attack investigations Cloud, mobile, IoT, and dark web forensic techniques Professional reporting and chain-of-custody management
Hands-On Forensic Labs1. Disk Imaging: Use FTK Imager to create E01 or dd images and verify hashes to maintain evidence integrity. 2. File System Analysis: Recover deleted files and review metadata using Autopsy or Sleuth Kit. 3. Memory Analysis: Identify hidden processes and malware using Volatility with RAM dumps. 4. Network & Email Artifacts: Extract email evidence with readpst and analyze PCAP files with Wireshark. 5. Reporting: Document findings with clear evidence references, timestamps, and recommendations for remediation. Preparation TipsBuild a forensic lab: Windows, Linux, macOS VMs with tools like FTK Imager, Autopsy, Volatility, Wireshark, RegRipper. Map practice questions to labs — don’t just memorize. Master chain-of-custody procedures: hash verification, documentation, evidence preservation. Conduct timed investigations to simulate real incident response scenarios. Maintain a personal technique journal to record commands, artifacts, and tool options for quick review.
Recommended SetupHost: Windows 10/11 Pro, 16GB+ RAM, 100GB+ free space Analysis VM: Kali Linux or SIFT Workstation Target VMs: Windows 7/10, Ubuntu, Windows Server Tools: FTK Imager, Autopsy, Volatility, Wireshark, RegRipper, EnCase (optional)
FAQ Highlights
Q: Can I pass using only dumps?
A: No — hands-on lab practice is essential. Q: How long should I study?
A: 4–6 weeks, 5–8 hours per week, plus 20+ hours of lab work. Q: Do I need prior certifications?
A: Not mandatory, but CEH or networking/OS knowledge helps.
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