Posts Tagged ‘Digital Forensics’
Digital Forensics – Stage 2: Electronic Discovery Processing & Analysis
Once the data has been identified through appropriate data mapping techniques, and defensibly collected by a certified forensic examiner the data moves onto the next stage within the electronic data reference model (EDRM). Following collection, the data will need to be processed for electronic discovery and further review. This can include converting file types into archivable structured formats to maintaining the files in native format for review.
Read MoreDigital Forensics – Stage 1: Acquisition (Collection)
To understand when and where to spend money on digital forensics, it is important to understand first what you are buying, then understand when it should be used. This is a response to those questions.
Read More5 Initial Digital Computer Forensic Reports to Run in a Forensic Data Investigation
At times forensic investigations are needed to take a deeper dive into forensically collected data whether it be in response to affidavits, request for expert testimony, the need to review employee activity, or a range of other investigation triggers.
Read MoreNew NIST Publication Offers Insights to Challenges in Cloud Computing Forensic Science
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has just released their free of charge publication, NIST Cloud Computing Forensic Science Challenges, that highlights the key takeaways of common forensics challenges faced by experts when responding to incidents that have occurred in a cloud-computing ecosystem.
Read MoreNew In-Depth Cybersecurity Report From Association of Corporate Counsel
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) has released their key findings and the full report from their 2020 STATE OF CYBERSECURITY REPORT: AN IN-HOUSE PERSPECTIVE. The study was conducted between April and May of 2020, and was composed of a target audience of ACC members in various legal department roles. The study covered an expanse…
Read More10 eDiscovery, Forensics & ESI Podcasts to Subscribe to in 2020
From data migrations to emerging technologies, here are some of the best podcasts (in no particular order) to subscribe to on the topics of eDiscovery, forensics, big data and more. Open up your favorite podcast app and dive into the best legal industry topics available online.
Read More5 Upcoming Legal Industry Conferences & Events
Here are five upcoming events in the legal industry to consider if you are looking to expand your industry knowledge, learn about emerging trends and connect with legal thought leaders.
Read MoreDigital Forensics & Ethics – Part 2
Conflict of Interest Under no circumstances should the forensic expert have any kind of emotional investment or monetary reward dependent upon either the outcome of the case, or the impact of their testimony of that outcome. Thus, if fees are involved — where the digital expert is paid for providing a forensic analysis of the…
Read MoreDigital Forensics & Ethics – Part 1
Digital Forensics As a practice and a profession, digital forensics consists essentially of the investigation of criminal activities committed with computers and other digital devices. Digital forensics has evolved rapidly in recent years, in response to the exceptional capacity of computerized information systems to acquire, store and transmit unprecedented quantities of data anywhere, instantaneously. Regulating…
Read MoreThe Evolution of Digital Forensics – Part 3
Professional Responsibilities Forensic experts must exercise considerable caution when approaching digital evidence, since there is some legal argument that any opened computer file has already been tampered with, changing its content and thus the quality of the information (evidence) it provides. Developing and maintaining professional competence is necessary to assure: all the appropriate evidence is…
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