The digital forensic tools we rely on must not only be powerful enough to perform deep dives into intricate data sources, but also intuitive enough for a diverse range of users. Digital forensic evidence analysis is reviewed by a wide range of professionals, from highly-trained forensic examiners, to investigators with basic forensic knowledge, to legal … Continued
The digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) landscape is in the middle of a revolution, thanks to the adoption of cloud-based forensic solutions. Some of the transformative benefits of cloud-based tools may be familiar, but there are even more advantages that you may not know about yet. Below, we’ve gathered 10 benefits of cloud-based forensics … Continued
In digital forensics, Windows operating systems leave behind a wealth of forensic artifacts that can be invaluable in investigations. Among the key artifacts are ShimCache (Application Compatibility Cache) and AmCache (Application Activity Cache). These artifacts can provide valuable insights into program execution and file system interaction, often essential in piecing together an event timeline or … Continued
As part of our support of Linux artifacts, we’ve focused on some foundational OS artifacts that will help move your investigations along.
In the realm of digital forensics, mac forensics (the investigation of macOS systems) present a unique landscape filled with crucial artifacts that can provide deep insights into user activities, system events, and potential security breaches. Whether you’re investigating a criminal case, responding to an insider threat, or managing a cybersecurity incident, understanding these key forensic … Continued
Society is becoming increasingly dependent on digital devices and networks. Every file opened, downloaded, or shared creates a digital footprint on their computer systems, regardless of the operating system.
Being a digital forensic investigator isn’t easy. Long days of inspecting some of the worst material humanity creates, searching for clues; carving through petabytes of pointless information to find the one piece of evidence crucial to solving a case. But the satisfaction of using digital evidence to deliver justice makes it all worthwhile.
What is a Jump List? The term “Jump List” is used quite frequently in digital forensics and discussions regarding artifacts found on computers.
Public evidence submission portals are a game changer for frontline police officers and investigators. Officers and detectives no longer need to deal with the challenge of obtaining individual video files from cellphones or other digital devices, only to face the additional challenges of storing and sharing video evidence. Citizens can now receive a link from … Continued
Cybersecurity teams need to prioritize developing, implementing, and updating their incident response playbooks.
