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It goes without saying that digital forensics is a high stakes area, and it is therefore crucial for both data and methodology to be as rigorous as possible. Errors in process or in information can be catastrophic – but what… Read more
How MSAB Is Managing The Digital Forensics Challenges Of Frontline Policing
Si: So friends and the enemies, welcome to the Forensic Focus podcast. Owing to the vagaries of the way the sausage factory works, this is actually our first recording for 2024, and we are delighted today to have Alan Platt… Read more
Detego Global Unveils The Next Generation Of On-Scene Investigation Tools In Free Webinar
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the ability to swiftly identify, extract and analyse digital evidence on-scene is crucial for investigators in the military and law enforcement. Recognising this critical need, Detego Global has announced a free webinar on 06… Read more
Digital Forensics Round-Up, February 21 2024
A round-up of this week’s digital forensics news and views:
A forensic framework to improve digital image evidence administration in IIoT
The extensive growth of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) has prompted cyber attackers to commence a variety of attacks… Read more
Magnet Virtual Summit 2024 Is Coming Feb 27 – March 7
Magnet Virtual Summit 2024 is almost here!
Save your spot for the virtual DFIR event of the year, taking place February 27 – March 7, which will give you another great chance to catch up on the latest trends and… Read more
A Former Detective’s Perspective On Detego Field Triage’s Transformative Impact On ICAC, CSAM And IIOC Investigations
My time as a senior detective in charge of a specialist unit has taught me that successful investigations often require swift and precise action. When it comes to investigating Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC), Indecent Images of Children (IIOC) and… Read more
From FileVault To T2: How To Deal With Native Apple Encryption
While Apple’s commitment to user privacy and security remains their priority, the field of computer forensics faces a solid challenge when it comes to extracting evidence from encrypted Apple devices.
This article provides comprehensive insights into Apple’s native encryption, covering… Read more
Forensic Focus Digest, February 16 2024
Read our digest of the latest content on the Forensic Focus website, including news, reviews, podcasts, articles, how-to videos and more.… Read more
The 5th Annual Digital Forensics For National Security Symposium
The 5th Annual Digital Forensics for National Security Symposium is coming up, to be held on May 15-16, 2024 (in National Harbor, Maryland). This will involve a combination of the Department of Defence, the intelligence agencies, federal government, academics and… Read more
Magnet Forensics Announces Magnet AUTOMATE Essentials, An Easier Way To Start With DFIR Automation
Digital forensics labs around the world are recognizing the benefits of automation, helping them to accelerate their investigations while improving quality and reducing burden on their staff.
Magnet AUTOMATE , Magnet Forensics’ digital forensics automation and orchestration solution, is designed… Read more
Detego Global Unveils Game-Changing Xpress HashScan Mode For Faster Forensic Triage
Detego Global, a provider of digital forensics, case management and endpoint monitoring solutions, has announced the launch of its revolutionary Xpress HashScan Mode, a feature designed to dramatically enhance digital forensic triage capabilities and swift decision making during on-scene and… Read more
Chainalysis Report – Ransomware Payments Reach Record High In 2023
Blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis published figures in February indicating that ransomware demands hit a record high of $1bh in 2023, after declining in the previous year. This is, they say, likely to be a conservative estimate, and they continue to… Read more
Digital Forensics Round-Up, February 14 2024
A round-up of this week’s digital forensics news and views:
Sources of error in digital forensics
The occurrence of errors in forensic practice is inevitable, and whilst we may not feel comfortable with the idea, the truth of it must… Read more
Podcast Ep. 77 Recap: Picture Perfect – Using Screenshots And Screen Recording In Mobile Device Investigations
Rich Frawley from ADF Solutions discusses the use of screenshots and screen recording in mobile device investigations. Screenshots and screen recordings can be used to capture evidence that may not be available through logical acquisitions, allowing investigators to add valuable… Read more
Binalyze AIR From Binalyze
Feby Thealma, CEH, CHFI, Head of Blue Team at Protergo, reviews Binalyze AIR version 4.3. There have since been two further releases.
Even with the shift back to office-based work, the importance of remote acquisition capabilities in Digital Forensics and Incident… Read more
Oxygen Forensic® Detective Supports Additional Data Extraction And Adds New Languages
Oxygen Forensic® Detective v.16.1.1 is out. The latest version of the all-in-one digital forensic solution introduces support for additional chipsets, app extraction from Android OS 14 devices, Reddit cloud data extraction, extraction of uTorrent data, and five new languages added… Read more