The number of incidents being reported is rapidly increasing every year. Organizations need to respond to these incidents and investigate what, when, why, where, who, and how they happened. This requires special skills and knowledge in systems and how they operate. This is not a simple task that can be handled by an IT professional, but only those trained to acquire and analyze information in a forensically sound manner.

Cyber 5W Digital Forensic Analysis course will guide students on how to conduct digital investigations and write investigative forensic reports. This course uses an experiential learning process for training students, where students learn digital forensics by doing investigative tasks on real-world cases. Students will learn how to perform evidence acquisition and how to deal with disks and file systems, and then explore the forensic artifacts one may encounter when working with the Windows operating system.

Learners who complete the course and pass the exam will earn the C5W Certified Digital Forensic Analyst (CCDFA).

🗣️ What Learners Are Saying

⭐ Real feedback from learners who’ve taken the C5W Digital Forensics Analyst Exam ⭐

  • Dean Boyer

    Although this exam had its challenges, I thoroughly enjoyed the process and I recommend Ali and Jessica for continuing to challenge me even after 15 years of forensics work.

  • kevin pagano

    This test is different than most where it's not multiple choice questions but rather a complete practical examination of a predefined set of evidence. Your final report of your findings is then graded with a 70% required to pass.

  • Bandr Alkhuzaie

    It has been a game-changer for me during this exam, and I would encourage everyone to take the course and start the #dfir journey.

Frequently asked questions

  • How do I purchase a course?

    You can enroll in any course directly through our platform using secure online payment via Stripe.

  • How do I access my course after enrollment?

    Once payment is complete, you will be redirected to the course and receive a confirmation email. You may also log in at any time to access your content via the My Dashboard section.

  • How long will I have access to the course material?

    Lifetime access while the course remains available, with a guaranteed minimum of 1 year, even if it is updated or retired.

  • What are the general technical requirements?

    Our platform is accessible from any device with internet access. For hands-on labs, we recommend:

    • A modern operating system capable of running virtual machines
    • 8 GB RAM (minimum)
    • 500 GB disk space
    • Hypervisor software: Virtualbox, VMWare, HyperV, etc


    Alternatively, we offer fully hosted Virtual Labs that allow you to complete technical exercises via the cloud. Please check our labs at: labs.cyber5w.com.


  • Can I ask for help if I don't understand something?

    Of course! Reach out by email anytime.

  • What is the expected time commitment for each course?

    Each course is self-paced and designed to accommodate different learning speeds. The time you'll need depends on your current knowledge, experience, and how deeply you choose to engage with the materials and hands-on labs.

  • Do you offer student discounts?

    Yes, we offer a 25% discount to verified university or college students (must register with a valid academic email). Please contact us at [email protected] after registering and before purchasing.

  • Do you offer law enforcement and military professionals discounts?

    Yes, we offer a 25% discount to active law enforcement and military professionals (official verification required). Please contact us at [email protected] after registering and before purchasing.

  • Do you offer corporate training or customized training solutions?

    Absolutely. We provide customized training solutions for teams, security operations centers, and government entities, including on-site workshops, simulations, and private lab access. Please contact us at [email protected] for arrangement.

  • Do your courses include Certificate of Completion?

    All of our courses include a Certificate of Completion, awarded upon successful completion of lessons, labs, or a final exam (where applicable). These certificates are designed to support your professional development in the DFIR and cybersecurity fields.

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