Windows Recycle Bin in Digital Forensics The Windows Recycle Bin, a seemingly simple feature, has undergone significant changes across different versions of the Windows operating system. This artifact is not just a virtual trash can but a critical element in digital forensic investigations. Understanding its evolution and functionality can provide valuable insights into user activity … Continued
The State of Enterprise DFIR survey is now open until October 11th, 2024. No one knows enterprise DFIR like those who are living it day in and day out. There are a lot of unique insights to be shared with others in the field—and this is your chance to share what you’re seeing. We’ve just … Continued
We’re proud to be continuing our commitment to help promising officers get an opportunity to enter the field of—or advance in—digital forensics through the Magnet Forensics Scholarship Program.
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
The importance of acquiring cloud and social media data in criminal investigations cannot be overstated. Sometimes there can be crucial information found that can be a determining factor in whether an arrest is made. That can subsequently mean that a dangerous person remains on the streets. We’ll walk through a real case where, because of data retrieved through cloud forensics, a previously convicted child predator was arrested and imprisoned.
MF: Tell us about your life before becoming a Trainer. KG: Before coming into the industry, I worked in the hospitality sector (late nights and fun times). At the age of 30 I had a bit of a mid-life crisis and had finally decided what I wanted to do in life so returned to full … 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.
With both iOS and Android capturing amazing details on what applications are considered “In Focus” over time.
Magnet Review empowers your investigative team members – both inside and outside your organization – to securely collaborate and review digital evidence from any of your data sources, and from anywhere in the world. One critical source of digital evidence in today’s investigations is geolocation data. Examination of mobile devices like smartphones can yield a … Continued
