Shadow labs and the case for purpose‑driven forensics
I have spent a lot of time thinking about the places where digital forensics actually happens and not just where it is supposed to happen.
Topic: Computer
S1:E7 // Overcoming AI & deepfake defense in ICAC cases
Artificial intelligence is increasingly being invoked in child exploitation cases as a defense strategy, with claims that images are AI-generated, deepfakes, and that no real child is being depicted—all to create confusion and undermine proof.
Unmasking hidden threats: Rethinking standard DFIR approaches
In today’s dynamic cybersecurity landscape, traditional digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) methods often fall short in fully uncovering the scope of cyber threats. This is due not only to the complexity of modern attacks but also to the environments under investigation. This presentation examines the limitations of conventional DFIR, sharing real-world cases where standard techniques failed to reveal the full extent of malicious activity, and detailing the approaches used to expose the true risks. Adversaries now employ increasingly advanced tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), requiring more adaptable investigative strategies. We’re advocating for a shift toward flexible DFIR practices that go beyond traditional constraints, enabling practitioners to identify hidden threats and challenge ingrained assumptions within organizations. Our goal is to equip security professionals with confidence in challenging assumptions and better meet the challenges of modern cyber threats.
Getting the right amount of mobile data required for corporate investigations
Mobile devices are indispensable tools in the modern workplace. The vast amount of data stored on these devices makes them invaluable sources of evidence in digital forensics investigations.
Signals in the noise: Five years of enterprise DFIR trends and what comes next
AI adoption is accelerating. Cyber incidents continue to dominate workloads. Mobile evidence is harder to access than ever. And investigative toolkits are growing—often faster than teams can integrate them. The result? A DFIR landscape that’s more powerful, more complex, and under increasing pressure.
Based on findings from the 2026 State of Enterprise DFIR Report, this webinar breaks down the realities facing modern investigation teams and the strategic shifts underway across the private sector.
We’ll unpack the four defining trends shaping enterprise DFIR today:
The dual impact of AI as both a force multiplier and a threat vector,
Why real-time collaboration has become a critical driver of SaaS adoption,
The increasing complexity of mobile evidence, and
The operational pressure created by fragmented investigative tools.
Backed by survey data from private sector DFIR professionals, we’ll examine what’s changing, why it matters now, and how organizations can prepare their teams to investigate with confidence in 2026 and beyond.
Join us for this panel discussion with some of the expert contributors from the report.
A unified workflow for modern CSAM investigations
Child sexual abuse material (CSAM) investigations are evolving rapidly, driven by growing volumes of mixed media, increasing cross-agency coordination needs, and emerging synthetic content that complicates triage.
Protecting your organization from manipulated media with Magnet Verify
In a world where manipulated media can distort truth and damage reputations resulting in significant financial costs, verifying media authenticity has become essential for every organization. Magnet Verify is a purpose-built media authentication solution that gives corporate investigative teams unprecedented confidence in the legitimacy of images and videos. From internal fraud to brand protection, hear how Magnet Verify’s patented approach can not only identify synthetic and manipulated media but prove authenticity when it matters most.
End to end digital investigations: From first access to final verdicts
Modern digital investigations span the full lifecycle of a case—from the moment evidence is first accessed to the preparation of court‑ready reports. At every stage, agencies must uncover insights quickly, collaborate effectively, and maintain the highest standards of accuracy, trust, and defensibility.
Magnet Forensics delivers a platform of industry‑leading solutions designed to overcome investigative barriers and accelerate results:
Magnet Graykey and Graykey Fastrak for rapid mobile access and extraction
Magnet Axiom for comprehensive data processing and deep forensic analysis
Magnet Verify, Griffeye, and Witness for scalable media investigation and authenticity validation
Magnet Automate, Review, and Magnet One to streamline workflows, enable secure collaboration, and extend evidence access to technical and non-technical stakeholders alike
In this webinar, you’ll learn how this ecosystem of solutions works together to unify and automate the entire investigative workflow—reducing backlogs, eliminating bottlenecks, and preserving evidence integrity from start to finish.
Highlights from Magnet Virtual Summit 2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Magnet Virtual Summit 2026—our biggest and best Virtual Summit yet! This year’s event brought together thousands of investigators, examiners, prosecutors, and industry experts from around the world for four days of community learning, practical insights, and an in depth look at the innovations shaping the future of … Continued
Multi-source digital evidence: A hit-and-run case study
This is a review of RPD case 23-3367, a hit-and-run causing death, where a vehicle struck a bicyclist causing his death.