Computer Forensic Investigation – Phases of a Crime

2014
10.13
Computer Forensic Investigation – Phases of a Crime
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Network enumeration – Research the target.
Vulnerability analysis – Detect how to attack the target.
Exploitation – Compromise the system.
A Standard Intrusion Scenario
Reconnaissance – Network enumeration and vulnerability analysis.
Exploitation – The intruder launches their attack.
Reinforcement – Escalate privileges, import tools onto the victim, hide their presence. May
even patch the vulnerability to prevent other hackers from their “territory”.
Consolidation – Verify the reliability of the attack, then “run silently”; not connecting to the
victim for some length of time.
Pillage – The intruder executes their ultimate plan.