Time is always critical when dealing with criminal investigations, but did you know that some iOS forensics evidence will be lost entirely if it isn’t extracted within a certain window of opportunity? To help avoid any lost data during mobile forensic data extraction, we have outlined the best iOS evidence sources to capture before expiration, … 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
We are thrilled to announce that Magnet Axiom 8.5 is now available! This release integrates Axiom with our new platform, Magnet One, which unifies your digital forensics teams and products to create greater efficiency across the entire digital investigation lifecycle. In addition to the integration with Magnet One, this release also includes new and updated … Continued
While digital evidence is commonly linked to crimes like child exploitation, violent offenses, and cybercrimes, its significance extends to almost every crime, including understanding the complexities of vehicle accidents. A traditional vehicle accident investigation focuses on reconstructing the physical scene and Magnet Axiom adds a crucial new dimension: the digital traffic crash scene. Consider the … Continued
Magnet Axiom 8.4 is now available, delivering feature and functionality improvements that will help you work as efficiently as possible, including: You can upgrade within Axiom or over at the Customer Portal. If you’re looking to try Axiom, you can request a free trial here. Artifact reference in Portable Case There have been a number … Continued
In this series, Chad Gish, CID/SISU Detective, Metropolitan Nashville Police Department shares some noteworthy cases in his extensive career where tools like Magnet Axiom were able to help close a difficult case. The importance of acquiring cloud and social media data in criminal investigations cannot be overstated. Sometimes there can be crucial information found that … Continued
Digital forensics tools have improved a lot in the past several years. With these advances, the digital forensics community now has many tool options for each phase of an investigation.
Geolocation data has become an indispensable tool in criminal investigations, offering unparalleled insights into the movements and whereabouts of mobile devices. This technological advancement provides law enforcement with the ability to reconstruct crime scenes, establish timelines, and verify alibis with a level of precision that was previously unattainable. The forensic examination of mobile digital devices … Continued
In this series, Chad Gish, CID/SISU Detective, Metropolitan Nashville Police Department will delve into some noteworthy cases in his 26-year career, focusing on investigations that were either completely solved or significantly aided by a critical piece of evidence—what he calls “that one artifact.” Digital evidence possesses the remarkable ability to accelerate investigations and frequently establishes … Continued
