Network forensics
As this section’s title suggests, network forensics is an approach to forensically analyzing network protocols, packets, and any artifacts on the wire. Network forensics in the context of cloud environments involves analyzing network traffic, communication patterns, and data flows between CSP services and external users to uncover potential security breaches, data exfiltration, and unauthorized access. By examining network data within the cloud infrastructure, we can create a comprehensive picture of events, identify anomalies, and detect the traces left behind by cyber threats. Fundamentally, investigators must have access to network data to conduct this analysis. This deeper scrutiny allows us to respond to incidents effectively, mitigate risks, and maintain a resilient cloud security posture.
Basic networking concepts
In network forensics, investigators must always remember that any network communication is broken down into the layers outlined by the...
