EC-Council ECIH : Certified Incident Handler

The EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH V3) course is an advanced program designed to equip professionals with the skills necessary to manage and respond effectively to various cybersecurity incidents. This course focuses on preparing participants to handle incidents in a structured manner to minimize their impact on organizations. Key areas covered include:

Course Prerequisites

To ensure a successful learning experience, participants are recommended to have:

• Basic Knowledge of Network Operations: Familiarity with networking protocols and devices.

• Fundamental Security Principles: Understanding of basic information security practices.

• Experience with Operating Systems: Familiarity with Windows, Linux, or MacOS.

• Awareness of Cyber Threats: Knowledge of malware, phishing, and other common cyber threats.

• Incident Response Awareness: Basic understanding of structured approaches to incident handling.

These prerequisites are designed to provide a foundation for understanding the advanced concepts covered in the course.

Target Audience

The ECIH V3 course is suited for:

• Incident Handlers and Responders

• Risk Assessment Administrators

• Penetration Testers

• Cyber Forensic Investigators

• Vulnerability Assessment Auditors

• System Administrators and Engineers

• Network Managers and Administrators

• IT Managers

• Security Analysts

• Security Consultants

• Managed Security Service Providers

• SOC Analysts

• Cybersecurity Enthusiasts

• Law Enforcement Personnel and Cyber Defense Staff

• Professionals transitioning into incident handling and response

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Incident Handling and Response

• Understand Information Security Threats and Attack Vectors

• Explain Various Attack and Defense Frameworks

• Understand Information Security Concepts

• Understand Information Security Incidents

• Understand the Incident Management Process

• Understand Incident Response Automation and Orchestration

• Describe Various Incident Handling and Response Best Practices

• Explain Various Standards Related to Incident Handling and Response

• Explain Various Cybersecurity Frameworks

• Understand Incident Handling Laws and Legal Compliance

Module 2: Incident Handling and Response Process

• Understand Incident Handling and Response (IH&R) Process

• Explain Preparation Steps for Incident Handling and Response

• Understand Incident Recording and Assignment

• Understand Incident Triage

• Explain the Process of Notification

• Understand the Process of Containment

• Describe Evidence Gathering and Forensics Analysis

• Explain the Process of Eradication

• Understand the Process of Recovery

• Describe Various Post-Incident Activities

• Explain the Importance of Information Sharing Activities

Module 3: First Response

• Explain the Concept of First Response

• Understand the Process of Securing and Documenting the Crime Scene

• Understand the Process of Collecting Evidence at the Crime Scene

• Explain the Process for Preserving, Packaging, and Transporting Evidence

Module 4: Handling and Responding to Malware Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Malware Incidents

• Explain Preparation for Handling Malware Incidents

• Understand Detection of Malware Incidents

• Explain Containment of Malware Incidents

• Describe How to Perform Malware Analysis

• Understand Eradication of Malware Incidents

• Explain Recovery after Malware Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Malware Incidents - Case Study

• Describe Best Practices against Malware Incidents

Module 5: Handling and Responding to Email Security Incidents

• Understand Email Security Incidents

• Explain Preparation Steps for Handling Email Security Incidents

• Understand Detection and Containment of Email Security Incidents

• Understand Analysis of Email Security Incidents

• Explain Eradication of Email Security Incidents

• Understand the Process of Recovery after Email Security Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Email Security Incidents - Case Study

• Explain Best Practices against Email Security Incidents

Module 6: Handling and Responding to Network Security Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Network Security Incidents

• Prepare to Handle Network Security Incidents

• Understand Detection and Validation of Network Security Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Unauthorized Access Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Inappropriate Usage Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Denial-of-Service Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Wireless Network Security Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Network Security Incidents - Case Study

• Describe Best Practices against Network Security Incidents

Module 7: Handling and Responding to Web Application Security Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Web Application Incidents

• Explain Preparation for Handling Web Application Security Incidents

• Understand Detection and Containment of Web Application Security Incidents

• Explain Analysis of Web Application Security Incidents

• Understand Eradication of Web Application Security Incidents

• Explain Recovery after Web Application Security Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Web Application Security Incidents - Case Study

• Describe Best Practices for Securing Web Applications

Module 8: Handling and Responding to Cloud Security Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Cloud Security Incidents

• Explain Various Steps Involved in Handling Cloud Security Incidents

• Understand How to Handle Azure Security Incidents

• Understand How to Handle AWS Security Incidents

• Understand How to Handle Google Cloud Security Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Cloud Security Incidents - Case Study

• Explain Best Practices against Cloud Security Incidents

Module 9: Handling and Responding to Insider Threats

• Understand the Handling of Insider Threats

• Explain Preparation Steps for Handling Insider Threats

• Understand Detection and Containment of Insider Threats

• Explain Analysis of Insider Threats

• Understand Eradication of Insider Threats

• Understand the Process of Recovery after Insider Attacks

• Understand the Handling of Insider Threats - Case Study

• Describe Best Practices against Insider Threats

Module 10: Handling and Responding to Endpoint Security Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Endpoint Security Incidents

• Explain the Handling of Mobile-based Security Incidents

• Explain the Handling of IoT-based Security Incidents

• Explain the Handling of OT-based Security Incidents

• Understand the Handling of Endpoint Security Incidents - Case Study