As we reach the mid-point of the Magnet Axiom and Magnet Axiom Cyber 9 series, we have continued to build their capabilities, with new and updated features that help you work more efficiently. Some feature highlights from the last three releases include: To keep your cases current with the latest apps and services, we also … Continued
In digital forensics, the fight against technology can sometimes get in the way of the fight for justice. Whether it’s an encrypted phone sitting in a lab queue awaiting support or a crucial lead buried in gigabytes of data, solving a case can sometimes come down to a single update or surfacing a single artifact. And in some cases, that one artifact doesn’t just whisper its significance—it screams.
Photos, videos, and other media files have become critical to investigations. They establish timelines, corroborate witness statements, and reveal details that would otherwise be overlooked. But media is also one of the easiest forms of evidence to manipulate. Editing tools are widely available and simple to use. Metadata can be easily altered with minimal technical knowledge. Deepfake and AI-generated content continues to evolve, making it harder to distinguish authentic from manipulated media. Attorneys may question whether a file is genuine, and investigators must respond with authoritative answers that can withstand scrutiny.
“Push-button forensics” is often viewed skeptically and criticized as a shortcut or a threat to expert examiners. In reality, digital forensic tools designed for ease of use aren’t about replacing human expertise. Their true purpose is to streamline repetitive, time-consuming steps, enabling forensic examiners to focus on what truly matters: in-depth analysis, context, and human judgment.
UserAssist is a feature in Windows that tracks the usage of executable files and applications launched by the user.
As the volume and variety of electronically stored information continues to grow, legal and investigative teams encounter increasing complexity in their search for evidence. Successfully managing a modern investigation requires a coordinated approach that integrates legal expertise, advanced digital forensics, and efficient eDiscovery workflows.
This is the second entry in a four-part series showing you how Magnet One helps your digital forensics lab save time and effort in your investigations. Be sure to check out the other entries in this series to learn more about how Magnet One helps you save time in your investigations by streamlining your forensics … Continued
This is the fourth blog post in a series of five about recovering Business Applications & OS Artifacts for your digital forensics investigations. What are prefetch files? Prefetch files are great artifacts for forensic investigators trying to analyze applications that have been run on a system. Windows creates a prefetch file when an application is … Continued
This is the third blog post in a series of five about recovering Business Applications & OS Artifacts for your digital forensics investigations. What are LNK files? LNK files are a relatively simple but valuable artifact for the forensics investigator. Shortcut files link to an application or file commonly found on a user’s desktop or … Continued
This is the first entry in a four-part series showing you how Magnet One helps your digital forensics lab save time and effort in your investigations. Be sure to check out the upcoming blogs in this series to learn more about how Magnet One helps you save time in your investigations by streamlining your forensics … Continued
