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GIAC GIME Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | GIAC |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | GIAC iOS and macOS Examiner |
| Exam Number: | GIME |
| Exam Format: | Multiple choice, Proctored exam |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 4 years |
| Related Certifications: | Digital Forensics Incident Response |
| Passing Score: | 67% |
| Exam Price: | $999 USD |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Real Exam Qty: | 75 |
| Recommended Training: | SANS FOR518: Mac and iOS Forensic Analysis and Incident Response |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE GIAC Official Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online remote proctored (ProctorU) or Onsite proctored (Pearson VUE) |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; recommended completion of SANS FOR518 training |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.giac.org/certifications/ios-macos-examiner-gime/ |
GIAC GIME Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Apple File System Artifacts | 13% | - Removable media and external storage traces - Spotlight and search artifacts - File system operation logs |
| Introduction to Disk and File Systems | 12% | - Volume structures and partitions - APFS file system structure and features - HFS+ legacy file system |
| Document and iCloud Analysis | 8% | - Cloud-based data traces - iCloud synchronization and backup artifacts - Document versions and revisions |
| Log Analysis and Timeline Creation | 8% | - Building event timelines and reconstruction - System logs and diagnostic reports - Unified logging system |
| Introduction to Apple Operating Systems | 10% | - System boot and startup processes - macOS architecture and versions - iOS architecture and versions |
| Apple Systems Triage | 12% | - Network configuration and connections - User accounts, permissions and profiles - System identifiers and configuration - OS installation, update and backup records |
| Memory and Encrypted Container Analysis | 6% | - FileVault and encryption mechanisms - Memory acquisition and analysis - Encrypted containers and secure storage |
| Incident Response | 6% | - Intrusion detection and analysis - Malware and compromise indicators - Response procedures for Apple devices |
| Apple Application Analysis | 15% | - Screen Time and usage analytics - Contacts, notes and calendar data - Wallet, Apple Pay and payment artifacts - Photos, media and location data - Apple Watch and connected device data |
| Application Fundamentals | 10% | - Application sandboxing and data isolation - Property lists (plist) and data formats - SQLite databases and application storage |
GIME Exam Practice FAQ
The GIAC iOS and macOS Examiner exam contains 75 questions, and you will have 120 minutes minutes to complete them. Practicing within the same limits builds the pacing the real exam demands.
This package includes 157 practice questions for the GIAC iOS and macOS Examiner exam. Every answer is verified by an experienced team of experts, so you can trust what you study.
The PDF version downloads in seconds and prints cleanly, so you can read on paper, flip through the pages freely, and write notes in the margins as you go. Marking each mistake on paper makes review sessions concrete: you see exactly which questions tripped you up and which topics need another round.
The GIAC iOS and macOS Examiner practice questions are organized around the official exam objectives. Key topics include:
- Apple File System Artifacts (13%)
- Memory and Encrypted Container Analysis (6%)
- Document and iCloud Analysis (8%)
Use your printed pages to flag the topics that give you trouble, then focus your next session there.
You can register for the GIAC iOS and macOS Examiner exam through the official channels:
The GIAC iOS and macOS Examiner exam requires a score of 67% to pass, and the official registration fee is $999 USD. Because the fee is significant, preparing thoroughly the first time is the practical choice.
No mandatory prerequisites; recommended completion of SANS FOR518 training
You can confirm the current eligibility requirements on the official GIME exam page before you register.
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GIAC iOS and macOS Examiner Sample Questions:
In the context of application fundamentals, what is the primary purpose of constructing SQL queries?
- A. To examine and analyze data
- B. To modify application code
- C. To install new applications
- D. To create new database tables
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
What artifact is crucial for tracking user behavior in "Pattern of Life" analysis?
- A. Installed applications
- B. System logins and activity timestamps
- C. CPU temperature logs
- D. BIOS version
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
For system triage, how can one identify the presence of network profiles?
- A. Checking the firewall status
- B. Reviewing browser cookies
- C. Inspecting network preferences
- D. Analyzing email configurations
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
You are analyzing a macOS system involved in a data breach. The user is suspected of modifying system settings to avoid detection.
What steps will you take to identify changes in user settings and system configurations? (Choose three)
- A. Use dscl to list all user accounts and their permissions
- B. Use Time Machine backups to restore default system settings
- C. Inspect the sudoers file for unauthorized privilege escalation
- D. Review /Users/[username]/Library/Preferences/com.apple.systempreferences.plist for changes in user preferences
- E. Check the /Library/Preferences/SystemConfiguration/ directory for system-wide configuration changes
Correct Answer: C,D,E 🗳️
What kind of artifact can be analyzed from the Contacts application on an Apple device?
- A. Browser cookies
- B. File download history
- C. GPS tracking data
- D. Contact names and call records
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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