480
May 21, 2020
KSATs
480 (NIST ID: T0048)
Task
Create a forensically sound duplicate of the evidence (i.e., forensic image) that ensures the original evidence is not unintentionally modified, to use for data recovery and analysis processes. This includes, but is not limited to, hard drives, floppy diskettes, CD, PDA, mobile phones, GPS, and all tape formats.
Items denoted by a * are CORE KSATs for every Work Role, while other CORE KSATs vary by Work Role.
Core KSAT for the following Work Roles
Forensics Analyst (Core)
Conducts deep-dive investigations on computer-based crimes establishing documentary or physical evidence, to include digital media and logs associated with cyber intrusion incidents.
Additional KSAT for the following Work Roles
Cyber Defense Forensics Analyst (Additional)
Analyzes digital evidence and investigates computer security incidents to derive useful information in support of system/network vulnerability mitigation.