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For students clearing pending subjects of the 4G scheme (7-digit subject codes, e.g. 4341602). Students admitted under the current scheme study the 5G curriculum.

4361601 · Semester 6 · 4G scheme

Cyber Security and Digital Forensics

Notes and solutions following the Gujarat Technological University (GTU) syllabus for 4361601. Independent material — not issued by the university.

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Syllabus units

Unit 1: Introduction of Information Security and Cryptography8 h · 12 marks
  • Basic Concept of Information Security
  • CIA Triad
  • OSI Security Architecture (Security Services, Mechanisms and Attacks)
  • Private & Public Key Cryptography
  • Message Digest 5 Hashing & SHA
Unit 2: Network and System security10 h · 12 marks
  • Types of attacks
  • Digital signatures: Definition and Properties
  • Pretty Good Privacy (PGP)(brief)
  • Secure Socket Layer and Transport Layer Security
  • IPsec
  • HTTPS (Connection initiation & Connection closure)
  • Malicious software: Virus and Related Threats (Trojans, Rootkit, Backdoors, keylogger)
  • Firewall :Need and Types
  • Proxy Server: Need and Types
Unit 3: Cyber Crime12 h · 14 marks
  • Overview of Cybercrime
  • Classification of cyber-crimes
  • Challenges & Prevention of Cyber Crime
  • Cyber Law
Unit 4: Ethical Hacking14 h · 16 marks
  • Concept of Hacking Types of Hackers
  • Basics of Ethical Hacking
  • The terminology of Hacking (Vulnerability, Exploit, 0-Day)
  • Five Steps of Hacking (Information Gathering, Scanning, Gaining Access, Maintaining Access, Covering Tracks)
  • Information Gathering (Active, Passive)
  • Introduction to Kali Linux OS
  • Port Scanning
  • Remote Administration Tool (RAT)
  • Protect System from RAT
  • What is Sniffing and Mechanism of Sniffing Session Hijacking
Unit 5: DIGITAL FORENSICS12 h · 16 marks
  • Introduction to Digital Forensics
  • Locard's Principle of Exchange in Digital Forensics
  • Branches of Digital Forensics
  • Phases of digital/computer forensics investigation
  • Methods to Preserve a Digital Evidence
  • Critical Steps in Preserving Digital Evidence
  • Evidence Role of devices as in Digital Forensics Investigations

About this course

Cyber security and digital forensics are two essential disciplines in the field of information technology. Cyber Security and Digital Forensics is essential to address the critical shortage of professionals in these fields. This curriculum equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to protect sensitive data, understand the legal and ethical aspects of digital investigations, and pursue diverse career opportunities in information security and digital forensics. Furthermore, it contributes to national security by preparing professionals to defend critical digital infrastructure and fosters adaptability to emerging threats and technologies in the ever-evolving digital landscape. This curriculum ensures that graduates are not only technically proficient but also ethically responsible professionals who can play a crucial role in protecting digital assets, solving digital crimes, and contributing to the broader field of information technology and security.