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EC-COUNCIL 112-57 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | EC-Council |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | EC-Council Digital Forensics Essentials (DFE) |
| Exam Number: | 112-57 |
| Passing Score: | 70% |
| Exam Price: | $250 (USD) |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Related Certifications: | EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) EC-Council Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60 |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online Proctored / Testing Center |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; basic understanding of IT and networking recommended. Ideal for beginners in digital forensics. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.eccouncil.org/digital-forensics-essentials/ |
EC-COUNCIL 112-57 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Module 4: Data Acquisition and Duplication | 15% | - Data Acquisition Fundamentals - Acquisition Best Practices - Acquisition Methods and Tools - Validation and Verification |
| Module 10: Cloud Forensics | 5% | - Cloud Computing Fundamentals - Cloud Evidence Collection - Cloud Forensics Challenges |
| Module 5: Defeating Anti-Forensic Techniques | 10% | - Data Deletion and Encryption - Steganography Detection - Anti-Forensics Overview - Artifact Wiping and Countermeasures |
| Module 3: Understanding Hard Disks and File Systems | 15% | - File Systems (FAT, NTFS, ext2/3/4) - Disk Partitions and Boot Process - File System Analysis - Hard Disk Drive Basics |
| Module 9: Database Forensics | 5% | - Database Fundamentals - Database Forensics Process - Log Analysis and Recovery |
| Module 6: Operating System Forensics | 15% | - Windows Forensics - System Artifacts Analysis - Linux Forensics - Mac OS Forensics |
| Module 8: Investigating Web-Based Attacks | 5% | - Browser Forensics - Web Application Forensics - Tracking Web Attacks |
| Module 1: Computer Forensics in Today's World | 5% | - Forensic Readiness and Professional Conduct - Fundamentals of Computer Forensics - Cybercrimes and Legalities |
| Module 11: Malware Forensics | 5% | - Malware Detection and Removal - Static and Dynamic Analysis - Malware Analysis Fundamentals |
| Module 7: Network Forensics | 10% | - Log Analysis - Network Forensics Fundamentals - Network Traffic Analysis - Incident Detection and Response |
| Module 2: Computer Forensics Investigation Process | 10% | - Investigation Process Overview - Investigation Phase - Post-Investigation Process - Pre-Investigation Phase |
112-57 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates
Which certification does the 112-57 exam lead to?
The 112-57 exam is the official EC-Council exam behind the EC-COUNCIL DEF certification, validating the skills measured by the EC-COUNCIL EC-Council Digital Forensics Essentials (DFE) credential. It sits at the Foundation / Entry-Level level of the EC-Council certification program. It also connects to EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), EC-Council Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI), so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the 112-57 exam, and how much time do I get?
The 112-57 exam contains 60 questions to be completed within 120 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the 112-57 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the 112-57 exam is 70%, and the official registration fee is $250 (USD). Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 77 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the 112-57 exam?
No formal prerequisites; basic understanding of IT and networking recommended. Ideal for beginners in digital forensics. Requirements can change when EC-Council revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
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What topics are covered in the 112-57 exam?
The EC-COUNCIL EC-Council Digital Forensics Essentials (DFE) exam blueprint is organized into 11 domains. The first three are:
- Module 7: Network Forensics — 10% of the exam
- Module 1: Computer Forensics in Today's World — 5% of the exam
- Module 5: Defeating Anti-Forensic Techniques — 10% of the exam
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
EC-COUNCIL EC-Council Digital Forensics Essentials (DFE) Sample Questions:
Question #1
Jennifer, a forensics investigation team member, was inspecting a compromised system. After gathering all the evidence related to the compromised system, she disconnected the system from the network to stop the spread of the incident to other systems.
Identify the role played by Jennifer in the forensics investigation.
A. Incident responder
B. Evidence manager
C. Expert witness
D. Incident analyzer
Question #2
An organization decided to strengthen the security of its network by studying and analyzing the behavior of attackers. For this purpose, Steven, a security analyst, was instructed to deploy a device to bait attackers.
Steven selected a solution that appears to contain very useful information to lure attackers and find their locations and techniques.
Identify the type of device deployed by Steven in the above scenario.
A. Router
B. Honeypot
C. Firewall
D. Intrusion detection system
Question #3
James, a forensic specialist, was appointed to investigate an incident in an organization. As part of the investigation, James is attempting to identify whether any external storage devices are connected to the internal systems. For this purpose, he employed a utility to capture the list of all devices connected to the local machine and removed suspicious devices.
Identify the tool employed by James in the above scenario.
A. ProcDump
B. PromiscDetect
C. ESEDatabaseView
D. DriveLetterView
Question #4
Which of the following folders of macOS stores all the files, documents, applications, library folders, etc.
pertaining to a particular user?
A. Home Directory
B. Spotlight
C. Time Machine
D. Finder
Question #5
A system that a cybercriminal was suspected to have used for performing an anti-social activity through the Tor browser. James reviewed the active network connections established using specific ports via Tor.
Which of the following port numbers does Tor use for establishing a connection via Tor nodes?
A. 3024/4092
B. 31/456
C. 9150/9151
D. 1026/64666
Solutions:
| Question #1 Answer: A | Question #2 Answer: B | Question #3 Answer: D | Question #4 Answer: A | Question #5 Answer: C |
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