Frequently Asked Questions
Why join HTCIA?
HTCIA is the largest non-profit professional International organization devoted to the prevention, investigation, and prosecution of crimes involving advanced technologies. Chapters have monthly or at least quarterly meetings where topics of concern are presented and discussed and networking opportunities occur. In addition to chapter meetings, regional training events occur and there is an Annual International Conference and Exposition. HTCIA membership also affords discounts at its training events and other venues (HTCIA Star Supporters). HTCIA also has other networking and information sharing resources available to members.
What kind of topics are discussed at the Chapter Meetings?
The following is just a small sample of the topics that have been discussed at Chapter meetings:
Investigation Topics
Basic Internet Investigations for LEO and Corporate Investigators; Terrorist Use of the Internet, Botnet Investigations; Social Networking Investigations; Utilizing technology to track and investigate crimes; Swatting Investigations; New Fraud Schemes; Banking Trojans and Money Mule Operations; Tracing MySpace Associations; Limewire Investigations; Cyber-Crime Cases Studies from Start to Finish; Financial investigations; Email tracing; Document Examination; WiFi threats; Interaction with Law Enforcement during incidents Wireless hacking; DNS Hijacking; Phishing; Denial of Service; Counterfeit Software; and E-Discovery Rules and laws.
- Forensics Topics
Forensic Software Presentations/Updates; Vista OS - Forensics challenges and Investigative methodologies; Cell Phone/Mobile Device Forensics; Gaming Console Forensics; P2P Forensics; USB Devices Forensics; Windows Register Forensics, Restore Point Forensics, Network Forensics; Packet Analysis; Carving Files From Packets; Bootable Forensic Distributions; Memory Collection/Analysis Techniques; Email message recovery; Steganography; Hard drive mechanics and recovery; password cracking; Network Sniffing; Google Hacking; WiFi and other network security; and Networking a Computer Forensic Lab.
What occurs at the regional and International Annual Conference events?
Typically, these one to three days events, have lectures and "hands on" computer labs on the most up-to-date topics of interest to the high tech investigator. Additionally, today's cutting edge forensic vendors are event exhibitors and sponsors.
Who presents at the Chapter and training events?
Major experts from law enforcement and corporations involved in high tech investigations and forensics. These experts have the expertise, education, and experience that puts them on the "cutting edge" of advance technology investigations.
What other networking opportunities are available to HTCIA members?
Members have access to the HTCIA List Serve to post and reply to questions. Additionally, HTCIA members can search the Members Only Area to obtain contact information for members through out the organization.
What is the Members Only Area?
This area is restricted to members and allows the entire membership to obtain information on presentations, publications, contacts, and other material vital to HTCIA.
How do I find someone to sponsor me to become an HTCIA member?
First, search under Current Chapters for a Chapter in your area and visit their website. Make contact with the Chapter officers and request contact so you may obtain a sponsor. If no Chapter is located in your area send an e-mail to the 2ndvp@htcia.org and we will assist you.
Does HTCIA investigate high tech crimes?
NO. HTCIA is a non-profit professional organization. We focus on education in the field of high tech investigations, specifically networking and training of professionals.
If you are a victim, contact the appropriate investigative agency listed under Forensic Took Kit or your local law enforcement agency.
If it is a civil matter you may search HTCIA Computer Forensic Examiner Locator for member in your area that you may hire to assist you.
I have another question which is not included above
Forward the question to exec_secty@htcia.org.
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