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Enterprise Turns To AI For Speed And Accuracy In DFIR

In just one year, enterprise DFIR teams—as well as third-party service providers—have undergone a radical change due to the nearly universal integration of artificial intelligence.

As businesses face constant pressure to detect and respond to incidents with greater speed and precision, companies are increasingly taking advantage of the benefits of AI-powered digital forensics.

In this blog from Magnet Forensics, learn more about how enterprises are leaning on AI for speed and accuracy in their digital investigations, including:

  • Why AI adoption is accelerating
  • How AI is being increasingly using in DFIR workflows
  • How enterprises are prioritizing usability and seamless integration in AI tools
  • Why AI is a double-edged sword
  • What the future of AI looks like in enterprise DFIR
  • How to make AI work for you

Read the blog here.

Global Call For Papers Now Open: Share Your Knowledge At Magnet User Summit & Magnet Virtual Summit

Did you hear the news? Magnet Forensics is bringing Magnet User Summit and Magnet Virtual Summit back in 2026 to help redefine and rediscover what’s possible in DFIR in 2026!

Magnet Virtual Summit will take place February 23-27 while Magnet User Summit returns to Nashville April 20-22—and we’re opening submissions for speaking spots at both events.

Magnet Virtual Summit & Magnet User Summit are great chances for people to learn what’s new in digital investigations—especially when it comes to rapid changes coming to AI, cybersecurity, mobile forensics, cloud storage, automation and so much more.

Do you want to share your knowledge and fill one of our available 30- or 50-minute slots?

We’re currently accepting submissions for presentations at both events, and we want to hear from you! This is your opportunity to share information on a topic of your choice with fellow DFIR practitioners from a wide variety of backgrounds and locales.

Any qualified industry professional is welcome to submit, and all ideas are welcome, including DFIR talks that don’t necessarily tie directly back to our products. Our goal for this event is to be relevant to the industry, with general interest talks that help investigators from all walks.

And with Magnet Virtual Summit, we want to make the most of the virtual format by making sure we hear from voices around the world. Local perspectives can be extremely valuable, and we want you to share the unique challenges you may face within your area.

If you’re interested in speaking at both events, there’s an option in the submission form. In the meantime, keep an eye out for registration details as they’re available.

Submit your presentation here.

Ideas of What to Share

Current research

Have you come across a new app, mobile device, or piece of data that required some research? Share your findings and how you got more info!

Local trends & challenges

Maybe it’s a mobile device model seen only in your region, or a new way criminals or corporate intruders are escaping detection. What are some unique challenges you’ve faced and how did you overcome them?

Workflows & results

We want to hear about the processes, divisions of labor, and tools you use to get results back to investigators faster, improve the quality of results you provide, or track cases more easily.

Case studies

Share a story about how you overcame a frustrating process, a tricky device, or some hidden data. Let us know what you did to get through it and what others could do to avoid the situation in the future.

Need some help getting the ideas flowing? Check out some suggested topics below. If you’ve got a different topic in mind, please feel free to submit it!

The deadline to submit to our CFP is September 5, 2025.

Suggested Topics and Themes

Artificial intelligence

  • Challenges of AI
  • Workflow integration
  • Evidence impacts

Cloud-based forensics and virtual labs

  • Performing forensics in the cloud with virtual labs
  • Cloud evidence forensics
  • Considerations for CSAM evidence in the cloud
  • Centralized evidence in the cloud

Cloud forensics, warrant returns and OSINT

  • Warrant returns from third-party providers (e.g. Google, Apple, Meta)
  • OSINT in cloud-based investigations

Criminal, internal, and specialized investigations

  • New trends in criminal investigations
  • Highlighting different circumstances in internal/HR investigations
  • Combatting CSAM
  • Incident response—complex cyberattack investigations
  • Automating evidence collection
  • Root cause analysis and lessons learned
  • Integrating with EDR/XDRs and other cybersecurity platforms

Device forensics: Mobile, IoT & computer

What device-specific trends are you seeing in:

  • Mobile forensics
  • IoT device forensics
  • Computer forensics
  • Memory forensics
  • Other devices

Media and video forensics

  • Media verification and authentication

Evidence lifecycle: collection to courtroom

  • Remote data collection
  • Evidence preservation
  • Presentation of evidence
  • Evidence sharing

eDiscovery support and legal readiness

  • eDiscovery workflows
  • Cross-functional support

Efficiency and optimization of the lab and resources

  • Lab management
  • Scaling team capabilities
  • Automation
  • Workflow efficiency
  • Process/tool optimization

Reach out to us at magnetvirtualsummit@magnetforensics.com if you have any questions.

Magnet User Summit 2026: Redefining and rediscovering what’s possible in DFIR

Magnet User Summit is coming back bigger and better than ever to Nashville on April 20-22, 2026!

Magnet User Summit 2026 promises to yet again be the DFIR event of the year—with world-class hands-on training (plus the opportunity to earn CPE credits), onsite certification, informative presentations, and early access to the latest innovations in the Magnet Forensics product suite, including Magnet One, Magnet Nexus, Magnet Graykey, Magnet Axiom, and more!

This is your chance to advance your career and stay ahead of the constantly evolving digital forensics space and bring an investigative edge to your cases.

We’re providing special new group packages and refer-a-friend discounts that will help more of your team members take part in the benefits of Magnet User Summit.

And of course, there’ll be a variety of DFIR experts onsite to talk about the most important trends in the field, along with networking opportunities and a lot of great activities to keep things interesting!

We’re also offering some special swag prizes to early registrants, so be sure to secure your spot for Magnet User Summit 2026 today.

What You’ll Learn About at Magnet User Summit 2026

There are so many different areas impacting digital forensics and incident response—and they’re changing rapidly. At Magnet User Summit, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about many of those topics including:

  • AI and its challenges and opportunities
  • Cybersecurity
  • Remote evidence collection
  • Ways to make the most out of your resources through the cloud and through automation
  • Removing bottlenecks and optimizing workflows
  • Mobile forensics
  • Media-intensive investigations
  • Helping prosecutors in their cases
  • Maximizing collaboration in your digital investigations

More details around topics and presenters will be announced soon, but we can say for certain that your favorite Magnet experts will be there!

Pre-Conference Training and Certification

Magnet User Summit 2026 is also an opportunity to get more extensive training done since we’ll have pre-conference training before the events starts, with certification exams available onsite too.

Come down a few days early and purchase a discounted spot for our AX200 Magnet Axiom Examinations, GK200 Magnet Graykey Examinations, and DV150 Media Authentication and Analysis with Magnet Verify courses and leverage the opportunity to earn your MCFE, MCGE, MCVK, MCGF, MCME, MCCE, or MCVE certifications. Plus, if you purchase a course, you’ll get a free pass to Magnet User Summit 2026.

By taking pre-conference training courses in Nashville, you’ll be eligible to earn up to 32 CPE credits! You can also earn CPE credits for each hands-on lab you attend at #MUS2026.

Don’t forget, if you have a Training Annual Pass (TAP), you can use it towards pre-conference training at Magnet User Summit 2026. Don’t have a TAP yet? Learn more about how to get started.

Claim your free Magnet User Summit pass with training purchase today.

New This Year: Group Packages

Now, it’s easier than ever for you and your team can get the most out of Magnet User Summit! This year, we’re offering special discounts on group packages to Magnet User Summit—get 30% off 2-5 passes or 40% off 6+.

Not going as part a group? Register before Nov 18 to take advantage of a Jumpstart pass and save up to $100 on your registration!

See the full list of passes available at Magnet User Summit.

Activities

Of course, one of the biggest reasons why Magnet User Summit is so legendary in the industry is the amount of fun and interesting conversations we get to have with the hundreds of friends who join us in Nashville. Here are a few of the great activities we’ll be offering at the event:

Customer Appreciation Event

Our Customer Appreciation Event is an amazing opportunity for us to get to spend some time with our great customers and let loose.

Wellness Zone

We want to help you take a moment to focus on you. Visit our Wellness Zone at your leisure to recharge. Refreshments and massage chairs will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Partner & Sponsor Showcase

Magnet Forensics is proud to have such esteemed partners & sponsors. We’re giving you the chance to explore their solutions and see how we work together to simplify investigations.

Attendee-to-Attendee Networking

Connect, coordinate, and celebrate with your fellow experts at Magnet User Summit 2026! Our Attendee-to-Attendee Networking space will help you virtually bring your DFIR network to life.

Learn More and Register Today

Be sure not to miss out on the DFIR event of the year! Head over http://www.magnetusersummit.com to take advantage of our special jumpstart pricing now.

Magnet Forensics Acquires Dark Circuit Labs, Enhancing Vulnerability Research & U.S. Federal Support

Magnet Forensics today announced the acquisition of Dark Circuit Labs, a U.S.-based company specializing in advanced vulnerability research and exploit development. In addition to strengthening its research capabilities, the acquisition also further expands on Magnet Forensics’ ability to support federal projects.

Dark Circuit Labs provides tools for the United States’ cyber arsenal and offensive operations, promoting a wide range of options for national security, including understanding of target functionality and interoperability, novel obfuscation techniques, and vulnerability research—skills that will enhance Magnet Forensics’ growing vulnerability research team. Their work plays a critical role in enabling insights into modern digital devices and those capabilities directly align with Magnet Forensics’ mission to help law enforcement and federal agencies by providing digital forensics teams with an investigative edge.

“Our federal customers are up against some of the biggest threats facing the country and we’re committed to having the best digital investigation solutions possible when they need it,” says Braden Thomas, Chief Product & Research Officer at Magnet Forensics. “With the acquisition of Dark Circuit Labs, we’re not only adding exceptional talent into our vulnerability research team, but knowledge that’s tailored to the needs of U.S. federal customers.”

The acquisition significantly expands Magnet Forensics’ support for U.S. federal customers, enabling Dark Circuit Labs to work directly with federal agencies. This positions Magnet Forensics to further support the complex and evolving needs of the U.S. government and bolsters its ability to support national security missions.

“We’re thrilled to be joining such an innovative and mission-driven company as Magnet Forensics,” said Chase Bertke, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Dark Circuit Labs.  “We share a common vision – leveraging leading-edge research to empower those who protect and serve. Together, we can accelerate our impact and bring even more powerful solutions to our partners in the field.”

The acquisition of Dark Circuit Labs is yet another indicator of Magnet Forensics’ proud and unwavering commitment to federal customers—a commitment that also includes the pursuit of FedRAMP authorization, which will allow Magnet Forensics solutions to process unclassified federal information.  It also demonstrates Magnet Forensics’ continued expansion and investment in research excellence – ensuring that those performing digital investigations have the most advanced solutions available to protect individuals and the communities they live in.

Magnet Forensics Unveils Pioneering Cloud-Powered Processing For Magnet One

Magnet Forensics unveils pioneering cloud-powered processing for Magnet One, along with instant time-to-evidence for investigators at Techno Security East 2025. 

Magnet Forensics today announced transformative new updates to the Magnet One platform: Magnet One Process, a next-generation cloud processing engine, and Magnet One Mobile Case Stream that, for the first time ever, puts critical mobile evidence at the fingertips of investigative teams in real-time.

Magnet One Process – An Industry First

Magnet One, the groundbreaking digital investigations platform that fuses the unstoppable power of the cloud with cutting edge AI, empowers investigative teams to analyze and collaborate in real-time so they can close cases faster and keep their communities safer.  And now, with the addition of Magnet One Process, Magnet One has taken a pioneering leap forward by delivering the industry’s first complete digital investigations platform that marries advanced case management, secure storage, and enhanced case review with the power of a cloud-based processing engine, providing all members of the investigative team – examiners, investigators, prosecutors and agency leadership – with an investigative edge.

Leveraging Magnet Forensics’ proven leadership in digital evidence processing, Magnet One Process enables agencies to process evidence with unprecedented speed, scale, and precision – supercharging investigations with seamless forensics workflows while freeing up valuable time and resources in the lab.

The New Mobile Case Stream Experience

The addition of Magnet One Process to Magnet One unlocks a new set of user experiences – Case Streams – that amplify the critical work of digital forensics teams with transformative workflows that will help shape a smarter future for digital investigations across the agency.

And today, Magnet Forensics is unveiling Magnet One Mobile Case Stream, the groundbreaking mobile forensics experience that turns mobile devices into instant sources of truth by uncovering critical mobile evidence in real-time. Mobile Case Stream combines the power of the Magnet One platform with Magnet One Process, the unmatched mobile access capabilities of Magnet Graykey, and the seamless case collaboration of Magnet Review, to create a force multiplier built to accelerate every step of the mobile investigation.

With Mobile Case Stream, time to evidence is slashed from days—or even weeks—to minutes. Digital forensics labs can now get critical mobile evidence into the hands of investigative teams in real-time, unlocking key insights and actionable leads when they matter most—right at the start of a case.

“At Magnet Forensics, we’re passionate about delivering pioneering advancements to our digital investigations solutions that help ensure public safety agencies can seek justice and protect the innocent,” said Braden Thomas, Chief Product & Research Officer at Magnet Forensics. “When every second matters in an investigation, Magnet One, with the introduction of Magnet One Process and Mobile Case Stream, will provide game-changing capabilities that empower investigative teams to solve cases at the speed of crime”.

Magnet One Process and Mobile Case Stream are available now in a limited customer beta program and will be widely available later in 2025.

To get started with Magnet One for free today, please visit our website.

About Magnet Forensics

Founded in 2010, Magnet Forensics is a developer of digital investigation solutions that acquire, analyze, report on, and manage evidence from digital sources, including mobile devices, computers, IoT devices and cloud services. Magnet Forensics products are used by more than 5,000 public and private sector customers in over 90 countries and help investigators fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security.

www.magnetforensics.com

Contacts

For further information:

Rick Andrade

PR@magnetforensics.com

Magnet Forensics Demonstrates Continued Leadership In AI With New Product Innovations And Resources

Magnet Forensics today shared numerous product updates, integrations, and resources to help the digital investigations community with the vital tools and resources they need surrounding artificial intelligence (AI). As a pioneer in the space, with the release of Magnet.AI functionality in Magnet Axiom in 2018, Magnet Forensics continues its innovation and focus on AI to ensure law enforcement can stay one step ahead of criminals.

As an exciting addition to their robust product portfolio, Magnet Forensics has introduced new AI-enabled features in Magnet Review, a web-based solution allowing non-technical stakeholders to view digital evidence quickly and easily. This latest update allows for natural language search for content contained in audio, images, and video. With these capabilities, users can now surface more relevant search results in a sea of digital evidence—saving valuable time in any investigation.

Magnet Axiom has also seen continued expansion in its AI functionality with the addition of Magnet Copilot. Initially introduced in Axiom as a cloud-based integration to bring the powerful AI capabilities of Magnet Copilot to even more forensics teams, Magnet Copilot was recently made available for offline use. Magnet Copilot helps examiners quickly find key evidence by allowing them to ask questions about conversation threads or web searches. It then highlights the most relevant artifacts in the case. Responses provided through the interface also include citations for the case data so users can easily validate the results and investigate further.

“At Magnet Forensics, we’ve always seen the potential of AI to help anyone working with digital evidence,” says Jad Saliba, Magnet Forensics co-founder. “With the mountains of data coming to users every day, we need to arm them with the tools necessary to cut down on the noise and find what they need faster than ever.”

Magnet Forensics also recently partnered with T3K.AI, an innovator in artificial intelligence technology, to empower law enforcement agencies and investigators worldwide with cutting-edge tools for their digital media investigations when using the Magnet Griffeye suite of products. This helps investigators detect and prioritize critical content faster for a variety of use cases such as counterterrorism, war crimes, and child sexual abuse cases.

“AI has taken a huge hold over every aspect of modern technology,” adds Saliba. “Anyone creating technology-based solutions has to be at the forefront of that change to make sure users don’t get left behind. But equally important is taking the proper steps to make sure that AI is responsibly included in any initiative at Magnet Forensics.”

With that in mind, Magnet Forensics has shared their Principles of AI, a seven-point guide for the company that demonstrates how they are developing AI tools that uphold the highest standards of transparency, fairness, and ethical responsibility. The Principles of AI are now available in the brand-new AI Hub, along with a large collection of resources dedicated to helping those in digital investigations understand the implications and uses of AI, as they move forward in their field.

Also, the company has just launched its brand-new webinar series, AI Unpacked—a monthly presentation hosted by renowned expert, Brandon Epstein, that will dive into the leading questions in AI. The series will help anyone in digital investigations make more sense of the issues they’re either now facing or will soon. To get the latest Magnet Forensics’ resources for AI, visit the AI Content Hub and sign up for an upcoming episode of AI Unpacked here.

Magnet Forensics Announces Strategic Technology Partnership With TRM Labs

Magnet Forensics has announced a joint strategic technology partnership with TRM Labs, a global leader in blockchain intelligence. This collaboration aims to equip law enforcement and national security agencies with cutting-edge tools to combat cybercrime, fraud, and illicit cryptocurrency operations by uncovering critical blockchain evidence from seized devices analyzed in Magnet Forensics solutions.

Magnet Forensics has long been recognized for its advanced digital investigations solutions, empowering law enforcement, government entities, and enterprises to investigate and analyze digital evidence across a wide range of devices. Through this new partnership, Magnet Forensics will integrate capabilities from TRM’s BLOCKINT API into its digital forensics workflows, providing users investigating complex criminal enterprises an investigative edge.

“By partnering with TRM Labs, we’re empowering investigators with the critical insights needed to address the growing complexity of crimes with blockchain-related evidence,” said Braden Thomas, Chief Product & Innovation Officer at Magnet Forensics. “Together, we are making it easier for law enforcement to connect the dots between digital and blockchain evidence, ensuring the truth is unlocked and justice is served.”

When working to uncover blockchain evidence, agencies can use Magnet Forensics solutions like Magnet Graykey and enhance their investigations further with a TRM Forensics license, enabling them to trace cryptocurrency transactions and combat illicit activities like fraud, money laundering, and cybercrime. This partnership expands access to TRM Labs’ intelligence through Magnet Forensics’ integration of TRM’s BLOCKINT API, providing investigators with deeper insights into both digital forensics and blockchain-based financial systems.

“Criminal proceeds aren’t just stashed in offshore accounts or hidden in walls anymore—they’re sitting in crypto wallets on phones and laptops, sometimes worth billions. These wallets hold the keys to solving cases, but only if investigators have the right data and tools to act fast,” said Ari Redbord, Global Head of Policy at TRM Labs. “Our partnership with Magnet Forensics delivers cutting-edge blockchain intelligence directly to digital forensics teams, equipping law enforcement to follow the money, seize assets, and dismantle criminal networks faster than ever.”

The partnership marks an important milestone in enhancing the capabilities of both organizations—advancing their mutual goal of fighting cybercrime and financial fraud in an increasingly digital and decentralized world.

For more information, visit www.magnetforensics.com and www.trmlabs.com.

Magnet Forensics Announces Inaugural Agency Impact Award Winner And 2025 Scholarship Recipients

Magnet Forensics is proud to announce the launch of the Magnet Agency Impact Award and the continuation of the Magnet Forensics Scholarship Program —with both programs recognizing the tremendous work of public safety agencies around the world.

New York State Police (NYSP) has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the Magnet Agency Impact Award, honoring their unwavering commitment to protecting communities and advancing digital forensics to unlock the truth and protect the innocent. In recognition of this award, Magnet Forensics will also provide free unlimited training for a year and team-building activities for the agency, as well as a donation to a charity of their choice.

“We are inspired every day by the incredible work that law enforcement agencies do to seek justice and protect those in need,” said David Miles, President of Magnet Forensics. “The New York State Police demonstrate the passion, dedication, and relentless pursuit of the truth that this award is meant to celebrate.”

The Agency Impact Award is a testament to the unwavering commitment of agencies across the globe that leverage cutting-edge digital forensic technology to solve cases, protect victims, and ensure justice prevails. The New York State Police’s outstanding contributions in digital forensics serve as an inspiration to the entire community, setting a high standard for investigative excellence. Their reliance on Magnet Forensics’ industry-leading solutions has enabled them to conduct thorough and efficient digital investigations, helping to solve complex cases and bring justice to those in need.

An illustrative example of their commitment happened in 2023 and continued into 2024 when NYSP made a substantial arrest of an offender who had abused two young victims and subsequently created and distributed CSAM. Upon completion of a forensic review, this offender’s collection of material was sent to NCMEC’s Child Victim Identification Program (CVIP) for additional analysis. Analysts at NCMEC immediately discovered new children and began working to identify their locations. Through coordination with the NYSP, victim identification referrals were sent to multiple states and territories across the U.S.—resulting in the location of three additional young victims, including an infant, and the arrest of two additional offenders.

This is just one of the many stories that could be told about how investigations, forensics, and collaboration with those such as NCMEC can lead to the rescue of numerous children across the world. And it illustrates the necessity of teamwork in protecting children from these monstrous crimes.

As part of its ongoing commitment to giving back, Magnet Forensics is also pleased to announce the recipients of this year’s Magnet Forensics Scholarship Award to six promising officers. The scholarship program provides recipients with opportunities to further their education and training in digital forensics, fostering the next generation of investigators and industry leaders. By investing in education and training, Magnet Forensics empowers individuals to make a difference in their communities and contribute to the advancement of digital investigations. The 2025 scholarship recipients are as follows.

New to forensics:

  • Nicholas Gray, Petersburg Bureau of Police
  • James Holmes, Wright City Police Department
  • Sarah Hoy Spalding, Berry Street Victoria

Advanced field:

  • Delanie Zohler, Digital Forensic Laboratory of Lehigh County
  • Abhinav Biswas, ECIL
  • Elton Haska, Albanian State Police

Through initiatives like the Agency Impact Award and Scholarship Award, Magnet Forensics reaffirms its dedication to supporting those who work tirelessly to seek justice and remains committed to strengthening the investigative community and public safety efforts worldwide.

Honorees will be recognized at Magnet User Summit 2025 in Nashville, TN.  Application information for the 2025 Agency Impact and Scholarship Awards will be shared in the near future.

Magnet Forensics Kicks Off Magnet User Summit 2025 By Demonstrating Continued Innovation

Magnet Forensics announced today the kick-off of the highly anticipated Magnet User Summit 2025 (MUS). Returning to Nashville, TN, the annual event hosts hundreds of customers from the public and private sectors, joining to advance their expertise in digital investigations. MUS 2025 brings together best-in-class industry thought leaders and Magnet Forensics experts to share insights and best practices, as well as to showcase Magnet Forensics’ dedication to innovation across its solution portfolio.

The three-day event will focus on key challenges and opportunities for digital investigations, including artificial intelligence (AI), internet crimes against children (ICAC), mobile workflows, remote collection for enterprises, and much more. In addition, Magnet Forensics is honored to have Theresa Payton, former White House CIO and leading expert in cybersecurity, explore the latest trends and technologies reshaping the fields of digital forensics and cybersecurity.

“2025 marks our biggest Magnet User Summit yet, with examiners, investigators, prosecutors, and police leaders all joining us in Nashville to learn, network, level-up their skills, and gain an investigative edge,” said David Miles, President, Magnet Forensics. “I’m grateful to have the opportunity to meet with so many customers and learn how we can continue to help them in our shared mission to unlock the truth and protect the innocent.”

At the center of its innovation, Magnet Forensics will showcase Magnet One, the game-changing digital investigations platform first announced at last year’s Magnet User Summit. Magnet One enables customers to tap into the most complete digital evidence and to seamlessly collaborate across their agency in real time, so they can always be ready for what’s next. Leveraging its open, AI-ready platform, attendees will learn more about Magnet One’s exciting advancements, including centralized storage, shared views, centralized dashboard & case management, new mobile workflows and more.

Attendees at MUS will also learn more about the newly launched Magnet Graykey Preserve. With the introduction of Apple’s iOS 18 reboot feature creating a major roadblock for public safety agencies, Magnet Forensics acted swiftly to help customers obtain the evidence that is critical to their investigations. This new functionality provides the capability to overcome the iOS reboot timer for devices in the lab (and even before they reach the lab.) To ensure that labs can move forward with their cases, Graykey Preserve is being included with Magnet Graykey Advanced and Graykey Premier licenses.

Magnet Axiom & Magnet Axiom Cyber also received major updates, including Event Snapshots and the IOC Insights Dashboard. Event Snapshots is a patent-pending approach that presents examiners with a series of dashboards that quickly visualize the most relevant information, such as communications, media, or location data, based on specific timeframes before and after the incident. Meanwhile, the IOC Insights Dashboard provides a unified view of critical threat data in Axiom Cyber and acts as an efficient starting point for any incident response investigation.

Additionally, Magnet Forensics is excited to showcase their Magnet Nexus solution at MUS. Purpose-built for enterprise users, Nexus offers the opportunity to perform large-scale digital investigations by easily collecting from remote sources and providing detailed analysis. This is a critical functionality for organizations to leverage and protect themselves from malicious actors.

“There’s so much innovation coming out of Magnet Forensics and I’m so excited for customers to see it all firsthand at MUS,” said Geoff MacGillivray, Chief Technology Officer at Magnet Forensics. “I’m proud of the dedication of our team and excited for the positive impact that our technology advancements will have in helping our customers swiftly serve justice.”

AI Unpacked With Brandon Epstein: New Webinar Series Explores The Latest In Artificial Intelligence And DFIR

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the DFIR field, with exciting advancements happening at a breakneck pace. This new webinar series will break down the latest in AI within digital forensics, allowing you to make informed decisions about how to deploy it effectively in your cases.

You may know Brandon Epstein as the co-founder of Medex Forensics, for his work as the Chair of the Scientific Working Group on Digital Evidence, or for his presentations at Magnet User Summit, Magnet Virtual Summit, and various other conferences around the world. Suffice it to say, Brandon is noted as an expert in the area, and he’ll be bringing that expertise to the AI Unpacked series.

In the first webinar of the series, taking place on April 16, Brandon will focus on what AI is and what AI isn’t, as it is applied to digital forensics. We will cover basic definitions and concepts to give you a foundational understanding of AI, in order to build a realistic picture of the technology.

Register Now

New episodes of AI Unpacked launch regularly—check back often to reserve your spot. The next two installments are now open for registration, so sign up today!

Magnet Forensics Strengthens Federal Commitment With Launch Of FedRAMP Authorization

Magnet Forensics has begun the process to authorize their solutions with the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP®), in partnership with renowned cybersecurity advisor Coalfire. Upon receiving this authorization, Magnet Forensics solutions, Magnet One and Magnet Review, will be able to process unclassified federal information—a hugely beneficial designation for those performing digital investigations in the federal space. This will allow labs to streamline their investigations with real-time collaboration throughout the whole process of their case work.

As an industry pioneer, Magnet Forensics has continually led the way in developing cutting-edge digital investigation solutions trusted by national security agencies, law enforcement, and enterprises worldwide. Collaborating with Coalfire, a leader in FedRAMP authorizations, will enable Magnet Forensics to deliver secure, cloud-based solutions that meet stringent federal cybersecurity standards.

“The pursuit of FedRAMP authorization marks a significant milestone, enabling Magnet Forensics to provide federal agencies with secure and compliant solutions,” said Adam Belsher, CEO of Magnet Forensics. “This investment in compliance demonstrates our commitment to addressing the unique needs of the federal market and further solidifies our leading position in digital forensics and cybersecurity.”

By offering products in a FedRAMP-authorized environment, Magnet Forensics is demonstrating to customers that their solutions are built with a security-first design. Products reviewed and vetted by federal agencies ensure that vital investigative data is always secure. The rigorous FedRAMP authorization process, which includes ongoing monitoring to sustain compliance with security standards, ensures that federal agencies can fully depend on Magnet Forensics solutions and their SaaS-based offerings.

“We’re thrilled to collaborate with Magnet Forensics on their FedRAMP Authorization journey,” said James Masella, Vice President of Compliance Advisory at Coalfire. “Their cutting-edge solutions are essential for those conducting digital investigations in the federal sector. At Coalfire, we’re committed to supporting them every step of the way, ensuring a smooth path to compliance and enabling the pursuit of justice without obstacles.”

At the core of this authorization is Magnet One, a revolutionary platform that provides federal agencies with an investigative edge. As the demand for digital evidence continues to rise, investigative teams are being asked to work faster, with fewer resources. Magnet One enables forensic teams, agents, analysts, prosecutors, and agency leadership to seamlessly work together to leverage all of their digital evidence for stronger cases with greater impact. Plus, with the inclusion of Magnet Review, non-technical team members can easily view digital evidence details and seamlessly collaborate with other stakeholders to help move investigations along quickly and effectively.

Expanding their footprint in the Washington Metropolitan area, Magnet Forensics has also unveiled a newly expanded, state-of-the-art facility in Tysons Corner, VA, serving as a major training hub and an optimal location for their federal operations. The facility hosts consistently sold-out training classes, including many for federal customers. This will further enhance support and collaboration with government clients and enable Magnet Forensics to provide rapid response and tailored solutions to key federal agencies and partners.

In addition, Magnet Forensics was proud to recently name Larry Silver as Vice President of Federal Sales, providing over 25 years of federal sales leadership experience, to lead federal market growth for Magnet Forensics.

“I am honored to join Magnet Forensics at this pivotal time,” said Silver. “I look forward to bringing my experience leading cybersecurity firms and federal sales initiatives to the company, building strong partnerships with federal agencies, and supporting their critical missions with our industry-leading technology.”

Visit www.magnetforensics.com for more information.

Magnet Forensics Kicks Off Magnet Virtual Summit 2025

Magnet Forensics, a global leader in digital investigation solutions, is excited to announce the return of its highly anticipated Magnet Virtual Summit, a complimentary event taking place from February 10-14, that brings together digital forensics and incident response professionals from around the world.

Now in its fifth consecutive year, Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 provides informative insights on key industry trends and challenges and continues to be a tremendous resource for its over 6,000 global attendees—including examiners in the public & private sector, investigators, police leaders, prosecutors, service providers, and more.

Dozens of sessions, hosted in multiple languages, will be led by 60+ industry experts from leading organizations around the world, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and Salesforce. Sessions cover critical challenges such as generative AI, synthetic media detection, mobile forensics, and ransomware, as well as investigative best practices for a variety of use cases, including child exploitation, cybercrime, corporate investigations, incident response, and more.

“This year’s Magnet Virtual Summit promises to be our most impactful yet,” said David Miles, President of Magnet Forensics. “We are honored to once again provide an opportunity for our dedicated and passionate community to easily come together, learn from one another, and advance the critical work of digital investigations.”

Magnet Forensics is also welcoming two special keynote speakers for Magnet Virtual Summit: DFIR expert & DFIR Training owner, Brett Shavers, and former federal prosecutor, Kevin Mulcahy, who will share his own personal story as a survivor of child sexual abuse, to help provide guidance to those involved in CSAM investigations.

Additionally, Magnet Virtual Summit will offer a Capture The Flag (CTF) competition—one that has been praised, emulated, and shared within the community for several years. The CTF competition offers hundreds of virtual attendees the opportunity to solve realistic digital investigation challenges in a friendly yet intense competition, that always showcases the ingenuity and creativity of its participants.

Registration for Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 is now open and free for all attendees. For more information about the event, including the full agenda and how to register, visit www.magnetvirtualsummit.com.

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Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 Starts February 10! Learn More About The Latest In DFIR For Free

Magnet Virtual Summit is almost here!

Join Magnet Forensics February 10-14 for a free special virtual event that will feature 50+ presentations about topics like artificial intelligence, mobile forensics, deepfakes eDiscovery, malware, ransomware, digital evidence review, video forensics, and much more! You’ll also have a chance to learn more about our revolutionary new platform, Magnet One, and there’ll be great activities to help you accelerate your skills and special live Q&A sessions to answer your burning questions.

Register for Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 here.

What to Expect at Magnet Virtual Summit 2025

Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 is a great chance to learn about the latest research and findings in everything DFIR. We’ll have over 50 presentations from experts in the public safety and enterprise spaces, as well as a series of Magnet-related talks from Magnet Forensics experts. Here are just a few event highlights:

MVS Keynote Presentations  

We’re excited to welcome two special guest keynote presenters for Magnet Virtual Summit 2025, in addition to our keynote presentation from Magnet Forensics leadership:

MVS keynote presenter: Kevin Mulcahy

We’re honored to have former federal prosecutor, Kevin Mulcahy join us as a keynote presenter at Magnet Virtual Summit 2025. In this presentation, Kevin will recount his own story as a survivor of child sexual abuse and address lessons learned from his case by combining Kevin’s experience both as a victim and a long-time prosecutor of child exploitation cases.

MVS keynote presenter: Brett Shavers

Brett Shavers is bringing his thousands of hours in the field and in training to Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 as a keynote presenter! In addition to being known for several respected digital forensics books, Brett also manages the DFIR Training website, www.dfir.training as a free resource for the DFIR community. We can’t wait to see what kind of insights he’ll share.

Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 keynote: addressing the tipping point of DFIR

Digital forensics has become a pressure cooker, and in the face of increasing data volumes, AI deepfakes, and legal/privacy restrictions, investigative teams are being asked to do more faster, and with fewer resources. This gap between the increasing demand and the lack of resources creates what we call, “The Justice Risk Zone.” In this keynote presentation, hear from Magnet Forensics leadership about how we’re addressing that risk by giving users an Investigative Edge, thanks to solutions like Magnet One. Plus, we’ll talk about how solutions like Magnet Nexus can make a big impact in the world of enterprise investigations, and much more.

Other MVS Presentation Highlights 

Mobile Unpacked S3:E2 // apples, onions, and ogres: dealing with layered iOS data structures – Chris Vance 

In the Dreamworks film Shrek, the titular character said that “Ogres are like onions. They have layers.” Well, Apple isn’t so different from the green hero in that their lovable monster, iOS also features its own layers of data structures all over the file system. This episode of Mobile Unpacked will cover identifying these structures and how to peel back the different layers to find the key artifact data hidden across different file types such as SEGB, Plist files, and SQLite Databases.

An introduction to media file structure for digital investigations – Bertram Lyons & Brandon Epstein

In today’s digital world, the ease of manipulating and sharing multimedia files with emerging technologies has made it increasingly challenging to detect alterations and prove authenticity. Understanding the underlying structure of these files is essential to ensuring reliable evidence analysis. This session provides an in-depth look at multimedia file structure and how it encodes and decodes data, empowering investigators to evaluate file origins and integrity with confidence.

Join Medex Forensics’ CEO & Co-Founder Bertram Lyons as he introduces advanced methodologies that go beyond surface-level metadata to reveal deep-dive techniques for authenticity examination.

The DFIR triad: leveraging SaaS, AI and automation – Joe Pochron

This fireside chat with subject matter experts will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and automation can revolutionize the digital forensic process, easing the burden on personnel and enhancing both speed and accuracy. The chat will also address potential challenges, such as the need for proper oversight of AI systems to avoid bias, and the importance of maintaining a balance between automated and human-driven analysis.

Rethinking digital forensics in incident response – Jason Jordaan  

The term DFIR has become really popular over the last several years and is used as an all-encompassing term for digital forensics and incident response. But the reality is that there is actually an inherent contradiction between digital forensics and incident response, because the actual end goals of digital forensics and incident response are not the same. The reality is that for most organizations, incident response focuses on making the pain go away, and maybe improving security going forward.

Thinking about a legal outcome is far from the reality for most organizations. So, while incident response may involve the use of techniques and methods used in digital forensics, the incident response is not always done with a legal end in mind. However, the growing regulatory environment in countries around the world is changing the landscape when it comes to incident response. Now, more than ever, responding to an incident cannot simply be about making the pain go away. Digital forensics is needed now more than ever before.

Digital forensics is not only necessary for identifying the perpetrators to hold them accountable, but now it is also needed to defend an organization that has suffered from a cybersecurity incident against regulatory or legal action that could be brought against it as a result of the incident. This talk will explore the typical different focus between digital forensics and incident response and how these two fields have diverged in practice over the years, as well as how the changing regulatory and legal environment around the world should bring them back into closer alignment.

MVS Capture The Flag 

Another amazing Magnet Virtual Summit Capture The Flag (CTF) is coming to Magnet Virtual Summit 2025!

The CTF will be powered by Hexordia, and it will be a three-hour timed event that will test your skills while competing with others. We don’t want to give away too much, but we promise that Jessica Hyde and interns from Champlain College’s Digital Forensic Association have created a CTF that will be fun, challenging, and full of learning opportunities. Plus, for this CTF, you’ll have the opportunity to compete as an individual or in teams!

This CTF will take place on Thursday, February 13 from 11:00 – 2:00 PM EST, and it will test your skills while competing with others.

Important: Please note registration for this event closes end of day February 10, and images and download links will be sent out on February 6. 

Need a few tips on taking part in the competition? When you register, you can also sign up for a Capture The Flag workshop on February 10 at 12:00 PM EST with CTF creator, Jessica Hyde, and multiple Magnet CTF-winner, Kevin Pagano.

Live Q&A With Magnet Forensics Experts

Drop into these live interactive sessions and chat directly with Magnet Forensics product experts. You’ll have the opportunity to engage in conversation with Product Management, Forensic Consulting, and Market Research team members from Magnet Forensics.

And be sure to join us right before each Live Q&A for a special presentation that will cover the latest Magnet Forensics solutions.

Enterprise & Service Providers  

February 12 | 10:30AM EST

Public Safety 

February 13 | 10:30AM EST

Learn More and Register for Magnet Virtual Summit 2025

Get access to all of these activities by registering for Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 for free! Head over to www.magnetvirtualsummit.com for more information and to register and start building out your personalized agenda today. Plus, we’ll have opportunities to take part in special MVS games to gain points, win prizes, and raise money for Child Rescue Coalition!

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Magnet Forensics Releases State Of Enterprise DFIR 2025 Report

It’s here! The Magnet Forensics 2025 State of Enterprise DFIR report is now available. Based on a survey of 350+ DFIR professionals, we’ve analyzed the data and captured the key challenges faced by DFIR professionals in corporate and service provider environments.

Download the fifth annual report to learn how your peers see their digital investigations evolving and our expert’s recommendations on the most important trends of 2025.

Key Findings

In this year’s report, we explore four key findings including recommendations and commentary from our digital forensic experts to support you in addressing these issues:

  1. DFIR professionals bring a unique skill set to support essential corporate functions. DFIR professionals contribute to a wide range of management duties, including reducing cyber risk, internal matters, and supporting regulatory compliance and litigation. However, while these areas strongly benefit from—or in some cases outright require—skills that only DFIR professionals have, survey responses suggest leadership may not fully appreciate this reality.
  2. Remote collection and multisource analysis are essential for investigations. Our report finds 71% of DFIR practitioners struggle with remote collection, impacting their efficiency. Similarly, increased reliance on mobile collection presents challenges in accessing devices and performing critical full file system (FFS) extractions. Modern solutions can solve these issues, but organizations must provide DFIR professionals with the right tools.
  3. DFIR practitioners face significant internal challenges. Budget constraints, repetitive tasks, and limited access or permissions are some of the most pressing challenges investigators face, yet all are within organizational control. Collaboration with IT can also be difficult, particularly when deploying or integrating new tools. To maintain an effective and up-to-date DFIR stack, organizations must prioritize resolving these manageable issues.
  4. AI and SaaS are rapidly reshaping corporate digital forensics. The use of AI in investigations surged from 21% to 94% in just one year, while 79% of respondents now use SaaS-based tools. This shift highlights a strong preference for efficiency, scalability, and flexibility, despite concerns about integration and security.

We are confident you will find this year’s report insightful and gain actionable recommendations to inform your DFIR strategies. We’ll share more blogs and webinars exploring the top challenges and trends in this year’s report to help you with your day-to-day investigations.

Download the State of Enterprise DFIR 2025 Report now and learn more about what your peers are experiencing and how to meet current trends and challenges in 2025.

Magnet Virtual Summit 2025: Register Now For The Virtual DFIR Event Of The Year

Magnet Virtual Summit returns this February—giving attendees of all skill levels another great chance to get an investigative edge with Magnet Forensics products and catch up on the latest trends and challenges in DFIR from a huge selection of the leading voices in the DFIR field.

Join Magnet Forensics February 10-14, 2025, for a special virtual event that will feature 50+ presentations about topics like artificial intelligence, mobile forensics, deepfakes eDiscovery, malware, ransomware, digital evidence review, video forensics, and much more! You’ll also have a chance to learn more about our revolutionary new platform, Magnet One, and there’ll be great activities to help you accelerate your skills and special live Q&A sessions to answer your burning questions.

Register for Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 here.

What to Expect at Magnet Virtual Summit 2025

Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 is a great chance to learn about the latest research and findings in everything DFIR. We’ll have over 50 presentations from experts in the public safety and enterprise spaces, as well as a series of Magnet-related talks from Magnet Forensics experts. Here are just a few event highlights.

MVS Keynote Presentations

We’re excited to welcome two special guest keynote presenters for Magnet Virtual Summit 2025, in addition to our keynote presentation from Magnet Forensics leadership.

MVS keynote presenter: Kevin Mulcahy

We’re honored to have former federal prosecutor Kevin Mulcahy join us as a keynote presenter at Magnet Virtual Summit 2025. In this presentation, Kevin will recount his own story as a survivor of child sexual abuse and address lessons learned from his case, by combining his experiences both as a victim and a long-time prosecutor of child exploitation cases.

MVS keynote presenter: Brett Shavers

Brett Shavers is bringing his thousands of hours in the field and in training to Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 as a keynote presenter! In addition to being known for several respected digital forensics books, Brett also manages the DFIR Training website, www.dfir.training, as a free resource for the DFIR community. We can’t wait to see what kind of insights he’ll share.

Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 keynote: addressing the tipping point of DFIR

Digital forensics has become a pressure cooker, and in the face of increasing data volumes, AI deepfakes, and legal/privacy restrictions, investigative teams are being asked to do more, faster and with fewer resources. This gap between the increasing demand and the lack of resources creates what we call, “The Justice Risk Zone.” In this keynote presentation, hear from Magnet Forensics leadership about how we’re addressing that risk by giving users an Investigative Edge, thanks to solutions like Magnet One. Plus, we’ll talk about how solutions like Magnet Nexus can make a big impact in the world of enterprise investigations, and much more.

Other MVS Presentation Highlights

Mobile Unpacked S3:E2 // apples, onions, and ogres: dealing with layered iOS data structures – Chris Vance

In the Dreamworks film Shrek, the titular character said that “Ogres are like onions. They have layers.” Well, Apple isn’t so different from the green hero in that their lovable monster, iOS, also features its own layers of data structures all over the file system. This episode of Mobile Unpacked will cover identifying these structures and how to peel back the different layers to find the key artifact data hidden across different file types, such as SEGB, Plist files, and SQLite Databases.

An introduction to media file structure for digital investigations – Bertram Lyons & Brandon Epstein

In today’s digital world, the ease of manipulating and sharing multimedia files with emerging technologies has made it increasingly challenging to detect alterations and prove authenticity. Understanding the underlying structure of these files is essential to ensuring reliable evidence analysis. This session provides an in-depth look at multimedia file structure and how it encodes and decodes data, empowering investigators to evaluate file origins and integrity with confidence.

Join Medex Forensics’ CEO & Co-Founder Bertram Lyons as he introduces advanced methodologies that go beyond surface-level metadata to reveal deep-dive techniques for authenticity examination.

The DFIR triad: leveraging SaaS, AI and automation – Joe Pochron

This fireside chat with subject matter experts will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and automation can revolutionize the digital forensic process, easing the burden on personnel and enhancing both speed and accuracy. The chat will also address potential challenges, such as the need for proper oversight of AI systems to avoid bias, and the importance of maintaining a balance between automated and human-driven analysis.

Rethinking digital forensics in incident response – Jason Jordaan

The term DFIR has become really popular over the last several years and is used as an all-encompassing term for digital forensics and incident response. But the reality is that there is actually an inherent contradiction between digital forensics and incident response, because the actual end goals of digital forensics and incident response are actually not the same. The reality is that for most organizations, incident response focuses on making the pain go away, and maybe improving security going forward.

Thinking about a legal outcome is far from the reality for most organizations. So, while incident response may involve the use of techniques and methods used in digital forensics, the incident response is not always done with a legal end in mind. However, the growing regulatory environment in countries around the world is changing the landscape when it comes to incident response. Now, responding to an incident cannot simply be about making the pain go away. Digital forensics is needed more than ever before.

Digital forensics is not only necessary for identifying the perpetrators to hold them accountable, but now it is also needed to defend an organization that has suffered from a cybersecurity incident against regulatory or legal action that could be brought against it as a result of the incident. This talk will not only explore the typical different focus between digital forensics and incident response and how these two fields have diverged in practice over the years, but also how the changing regulatory and legal environment around the world should bring them back into closer alignment.

MVS Capture The Flag

Another amazing Magnet Virtual Summit Capture The Flag (CTF) is coming to Magnet Virtual Summit 2025!

The CTF will be powered by Hexordia, and it will be a three-hour timed event that will test your skills while competing with others. We don’t want to give away too much, but we promise that Jessica Hyde and interns from Champlain College’s Digital Forensic Association have created a CTF that will be fun, challenging, and full of learning opportunities. Plus, for this CTF, you’ll have the opportunity to compete as an individual or in teams!

The CTF will take place on Thursday, February 13 from 11:00 – 2:00 PM EST, and it will test your skills while competing with others.

Important: Please note registration for this event closes end of day February 10, and images and download links will be sent out on February 6. 

Need a few tips on taking part in the competition? When you register, you can also sign up for a Capture The Flag workshop on February 10 at 12:00 PM EST with CTF creator, Jessica Hyde, and multiple Magnet CTF-winner, Kevin Pagano.

Live Q&A With Magnet Forensics Experts

Drop into these live interactive sessions and chat directly with Magnet Forensics product experts. You’ll have the opportunity to engage in conversation with Product Management, Forensic Consulting, and Market Research team members from Magnet Forensics.

And be sure to join us right before each Live Q&A for a special presentation that will cover the latest Magnet Forensics solutions.

Enterprise & Service Providers 

February 12 | 10:30AM EST

Public Safety 

February 13 | 10:30AM EST

Learn More and Register for Magnet Virtual Summit 2025

Get access to all of these activities by registering for Magnet Virtual Summit 2025 for free! Head over to www.magnetvirtualsummit.com for more information and to start building out your personalized agenda today. Plus, we’ll have opportunities to take part in special MVS games to gain points, win prizes, and raise money for Child Rescue Coalition!

Register Now

 

Magnet Forensics Unveils The Presentation Catalog At Magnet User Summit 2025

Magnet Forensics is extremely proud to share our incredible line-up for Magnet User Summit 2025 in Nashville March 17-19!

With three renowned guest speakers offering keynote presentations, a comprehensive kick-off presentation from Magnet Forensics leadership, and many other experts joining us, we’ve got something for everyone at Magnet User Summit 2025.

There will be a number of topics covered at #MUS2025, including artificial intelligence, mobile forensics, ICAC investigations, eDiscovery, ransomware, and so much more!

Check out a few highlights below, and save your spot at www.magnetusersummit.com.

The Future Is Now: How to Leverage AI and Tech Innovations to Reshape Your Organization and Cybersecurity

Theresa Payton, First Female White House CIO, Technology Thought Leader, AI Strategist and Cybersecurity Expert 

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the threats we face are more advanced—and more accessible—than ever before. From voice-cloning to deepfakes and powerful AI-driven tools, cybercriminals and bad actors have unprecedented access to technology that can challenge even the most prepared investigator or forensic professional. But with these challenges come opportunities: an opportunity to innovate, to leverage AI for good, and to stay one step ahead.

In this keynote, Theresa Payton—former White House CIO and leading expert in cybersecurity—will dive into the latest trends and technologies reshaping the fields of digital forensics and cybersecurity. Through real-world examples, live demonstrations, and even some entertaining (and surprising!) audience participation, she will explore the powerful role that AI and other technologies can play in investigations and forensic analysis. Attendees will gain insights into governance frameworks, strategic predictions, and practical approaches for building resilient, future-ready organizations and investigation teams.

Whether you’re in law enforcement or private sector, whether you’re working on securing assets or prosecuting cybercriminals, this session will provide actionable strategies and fresh perspectives that you can apply to your work right away. Join us for a session that promises to inform, challenge, and energize!

Mobile Unpacked Season 3 Episode 3 // The AI We Carry

Christopher Vance, Senior Technical Forensics Specialist, Magnet Forensics

With major mobile operating systems incorporating artificial intelligence into base functions and third-party applications, it’s time to explore what artifacts are available. This talk will cover built-in AI from iOS, Android, and even third-party applications putting prompts in our pockets.

Magnet User Summit 2025 Keynote: The Investigative Edge

Magnet Executive Leadership 

The Magnet Forensics leadership team will present an exciting Magnet User Summit 2025 keynote on Tuesday, March 18, talking about the Investigative Edge provided by the latest innovations in the Magnet Forensics product portfolio and how solutions like Magnet One are working to close the Justice Risk Zone. They’ll also cover extensive updates for the enterprise investigations space. This promises to be an extremely special look at what Magnet Forensics has in store for 2025, so be sure to join us!

Truth in Data and Why It Matters

Jessica Hyde, Founder, Hexordia 

In an era where digital information is pervasive, ensuring the integrity & accuracy of data is paramount within the realm of digital forensics. We’ll look at the importance of maintaining the authenticity and reliability of digital evidence; methodologies and technologies used to test and validate the meaning of data; the challenges faced by examiners; and the implications of compromised data. This talk underscores the necessity of rigorous validation processes to uphold truth in a digital age.

Randy & Me: A Prosecutor’s Story of His Childhood Sexual Abuse

Kevin Mulcahy, Survivor of Child Sexual Abuse and Prosecutor 

This presentation will recount Kevin’s own story of sexual exploitation at the hands of his soccer coach, Randy.  But, it will not be merely a retelling of the past. Instead, the presentation will address lessons learned from his case by combining Kevin’s experience both as a victim and a long-time prosecutor of child exploitation cases. Knowing what he knows now, Kevin believes there are lessons to be learned from his story for the investigator (Kevin’s was great), the prosecutor (Kevin’s was terrible), and the forensic interviewer (Kevin did not have one). Beyond these (hopefully) useful lessons, the presentation will provide plenty of time for questions from attendees. Given the nature of our work, we don’t often get to ask questions (beyond factual questions) of our child victims.  This presentation will provide that opportunity.

Case Study on Fake Digital Signatures

Dave Shaver, Nerd, US Army

This presentation delves into a case study focused on the use and detection of fake digital signatures. In today’s digital age, the prevalence of electronic documents has led to a growing reliance on digital signatures as a secure method of authentication. However, the case study highlights a real-world incident where digital signatures were fraudulently used to authorize financial transactions.

We’re also excited to introduce new tracks specially designed for investigators and prosecutors—giving attendees in those roles a close look at how digital forensics can enhance their roles.

Prosecutor Track

Eight Pillars of Digital Forensics for Prosecutors

Justin Fitzsimmons, Associate Vice President, NW3C, Steve Gemperle, Forensic Consultant, Magnet Forensics

This presentation focuses on the eight important digital forensic items that should be considered by prosecutors. Discussion will revolve around various forms of digital forensics, including physical evidence, cloud data, vehicle data, DVRs and fog data. We will provide a library of resources to aid in navigating form initial investigations to successful.

Beyond Deletion: Uncovering Key Evidence in a Complex Aggravated Rape Investigation on a University Campus

Janice Norman, Assistant District Attorney, Davidson County District Attorney’s Office, Chad Gish, Forensic Consultant, Magnet Forensics

In a pivotal sexual assault investigation, a thorough approach to digital forensics uncovered critical deleted evidence that played a key role in uncovering the truth. The forensic analyst was engaged in the investigation from the beginning and continued to work as a team with the lead investigators and the prosecution which led to uncovering the deleted evidence. This case underscores the transformative impact of digital forensics in contemporary law enforcement and how forensic analysts, law enforcement, and prosecutorial members must work as a team to deliver justice.

Hot Topics, Emerging Trends and Important Considerations in Prosecution Using Digital Forensic Evidence

Justin Fitzsimmons, Associate Vice President, NW3C, Janice Norman, Assistant District Attorney, Davidson County District Attorney’s Office, and Steve Gemperle, Forensic Consultant, Magnet Forensics

This roundtable will explore the impact of AI on legal prosecutions. We will examine current issues surrounding search and seizure (Fourth Amendment), and we will aim to break down barriers between various stakeholders in the legal process.

Investigator Track

Empowering Your Investigation: Practical Techniques From Magnet Axiom and Portable Case to Support Lead Investigators With Digital Evidence

Chad Gish, Forensic Consultant, Magnet Forensics

Digital forensics can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! This interactive workshop is designed to empower investigators and prosecutors to navigate their own investigations with confidence using Magnet Axiom and Portable Case. Drawing from an extensive experience as both a violent crime investigator and digital forensic expert, we will simplify the processes of evidence collection, analysis, and reporting. Through engaging cases studies from Nashville, TN, this session is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of the investigative process and just why “Time to Evidence” is so important.

Efficient Digital Forensic Analysis: A Hands-On Lab With Magnet Review

Mitch Kajzer, Forensics Trainer, Magnet Forensics

This 1.5-hour hands-on lab will introduce participants to the practical use of Magnet Review for examining digital artifacts from mobile devices and computers. Attendees will engage in interactive exercises, focusing on essential features such as evidence filtering, tagging, and real-time data analysis. Through practical application, participants will navigate data sets like communication logs and web histories and learn to use collaboration tools for shared insights. This session aims to build foundational skills in conducting analysis using Magnet Review. Suitable for those looking to familiarize themselves with the capabilities of Magnet Review in a focused session.

To actively participate during this lab, you must have a Magnet Review account.  You can register for a free account at magnetreview.com. Your conference registration email address and Magnet Review email address must be the same. By attending this lab, you will earn 1.5 CPE credits.

Marrying Prosecutors and Investigators Workshop

Justin Fitzsimmons, Associate Vice President, NW3C, Janice Norman, Assistant District Attorney, Davidson County District Attorney’s Office, Steve Gemperle, Forensic Consultant, Magnet Forensics, and Chad Gish, Forensic Consultant, Magnet Forensics

This workshop will focus on the integration of digital forensics into prosecutorial practices. We will provide strategies for interviewing digital forensic examiners when they testify in court. We will also discuss communication barriers that may exist between prosecutors and digital forensic examiners, because what one party thinks is important may not seem relevant or important to the other.

Join Us in Nashville for Magnet User Summit 2025

Need a little help in making the case to attend Magnet User Summit 2025? Download this justification letter to provide to your superior, letting them know why you should join us.

Save your spot today for Magnet User Summit 2025—a perfect opportunity to not only learn about the latest in Magnet Forensics products but also the newest trends in DFIR.

Learn more and register before November 30, 2024, for early bird pricing: https://magnetusersummit.com/.

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