14-823 Network Forensics

12 units, Carnegie Mellon University

This course introduces concepts and techniques essential for studying network based evidence applicable to legal investigations. Students will become familiar with a wide range of networking devices, techniques for capturing and analyzing network data, and with the practice of solid forensic methodologies to prepare and protect network based digital evidence. Students will be required to bring their laptops to each class, as they will need to access exercise materials online, use virtual machines in a hypervisor, and answer online quizzes.

Prerequisites: none listed

Offered: Fall 2026, Fall 2025

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