SEC595: Applied Data Science and AI/Machine Learning for Cybersecurity Professionals

Android may be an open platform, but from a forensic perspective, it’s anything but uniform. Each manufacturer adds its own layer of customization—altering system partitions, changing logging behavior, introducing proprietary apps, and modifying how data is stored and secured.
This session explores the forensic implications of these variations through practical case studies on devices from Google (Pixel), Samsung, Xiaomi, and Oppo. Attendees will learn which artifacts remain consistent across Android environments, which differ dramatically, and how to adapt acquisition analysis strategies to each ecosystem.
By the end, you’ll understand why every Android flavour truly is different—and why forensic examiners can’t rely on a one-size-fits-all approach.
Balancing the scales between safeguarding information assets and enabling business growth demands not just technical acumen but a strategic mindset. "Cybersecurity Without the Chaos: A Step-by-Step Roadmap" is a presentation tailored to demystify the complexities of cybersecurity risk management, offering actionable insights and practical strategies for CISOs and cybersecurity leaders.
In this presentation, James Tarala, Senior Faculty at the SANS Institute and Managing Partner at Cyverity, will delve into the core principles of effective cyber risk management, emphasizing the necessity of making informed decisions when allocating limited resources among good, better, and best safeguards.
Registration: All students who register for a 4–6 day course will be eligible to play NetWars for free. Registration for this event will be through your SANS Account Dashboard the week of the event.
About DFIR NetWars: Focused on digital forensics, incident response, threat hunting, and malware analysis, this tool-agnostic approach covers everything from low-level artifacts to high-level behavioral observations.
Registration: All students who register for a 4–6 day course will be eligible to play NetWars for free. Registration for this event will be through your SANS Account Dashboard the week of the event.
About DFIR NetWars: Focused on digital forensics, incident response, threat hunting, and malware analysis, this tool-agnostic approach covers everything from low-level artifacts to high-level behavioral observations.
