Meet the Magnet Forensics’ Training Team: Thad Winkelman
Introducing our newest member of the Training Team, Thad Winkelman. Learn more about Thad’s varied and interesting background and what he’s hoping to bring to his role at Magnet Forensics.
Content Industry: Federal Agencies
DFIRL Episode 07: Toxic Relationship – The Murder of Mary Yoder (Part 2)
Part 2 of our two-part episode, the murder of Mary Yoder. Yoder was a chiropractor in Buffalo N.Y. who was poisoned by Colchicine, and our guest — Tony Martino — was the digital forensic investigator who worked through the case. As a 20-year veteran of the Utica, N.Y., Police Department, Tony Martino is an expert … Continued
Magnet Forensics Acquires Cybersecurity Software Firm Comae Technologies
Magnet Forensics has acquired the strategic IP assets of Comae Technologies, a company that specializes in cloud-based memory analysis.
Magnet AXIOM 6.1: More Evidence from the Outlook App and Google Chrome
Magnet AXIOM 6.1 is now available, helping you automatically surface evidence from even more sources, including the Outlook app, Windows Mail, and Google Chrome.
Comparing logical extraction vs file system extraction
Law Enforcement agencies perform logical acquisitions of unlocked iOS devices when they do not have access to Magnet GRAYKEY. The logical acquisition has been an industry-leading iOS acquisition method used by investigators and forensic examiners because of its simplicity and level of support. However, device security is one of the biggest roadblocks to completing logical acquisitions. For a logical acquisition to take place, device access needs to be granted using a passcode, and a trusted connection is required in most instances.
Highlights From an Amazing Magnet Summit 2022
Magnet Summit 2022 was an incredible mix of valuable DFIR learning and old fashioned fun! Check out this post summarizing the highlights.
A Fresh Perspective on A Digital Forensics Career
As cool as it is to find out what happened on a computer, effectively employing your skills toward successful case resolutions is more crucial than being cool. The good news is that there are few careers more fulfilling than digital forensics where you are not only using and creating cutting edge technology, but also directly … Continued
Modern Digital Forensic Tools: How New Tools Cut through the Noise to Find Evidence
Magnet AXIOM is one of Detective Gish’s go-to tools and it’s part of what allows him to create the story of what has happened based on the data collected from digital devices.
Understanding Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies & NFTs (Blockchain-Based Digital Assets)
With the increasing importance of privacy and security in the business world, coupled with the advancement and acceptance of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, today’s digital forensics professional is behind the proverbial power curve if they do not have a basic understanding of emerging blockchain, cryptocurrency, and digital asset technologies.
Enhancing Digital Investigations with Cloud-based Evidence
The cloud can be your best friend in conducting digital investigations. Increasing volumes of digital evidence, budget constraints and talent shortages can make it difficult for your lab to keep up with demand.