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MSAB’s Simon Crawley on the Importance of Frontline Forensics
Christa: Time is of the essence when field extractions of mobile devices are needed, but so are forensically sound extractions as strong links along the chain of custody. Today the Forensic Focus podcast welcomes Simon Crawley, a senior consultant with … Read more
Lessons Learned In Digital Forensics Standardization: United Kingdom
Should digital forensics be standardized? Can it be standardized successfully? These questions have been hotly debated for a number of years, perhaps never more so than in recent years as digital forensics has become increasingly important in both criminal and … Read more
Cost-Effective Tools For Small Mobile Forensic Labs
by Alex Moeller
As the costs associated with running a mobile devices forensic laboratory can be considered to be high, this article is aimed at providing alternative options for small organisations or individuals looking to reduce overheads.
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… Read moreRequirements In Digital Forensics Method Definition: Observations From A UK Study
by Angus M. Marshall & Richard Paige
Abstract
During a project to examine the potential usefulness of evidence of tool verification as part of method validation for ISO 17025 accreditation, the authors have examined requirements statements in several digital forensic … Read more
Opinion: Is ISO17025 The Right Standard For Digital Forensics?
by Rich2005
Standardisation is currently the subject of animated discussion among digital forensic examiners worldwide. In this opinion piece, Rich2005 looks at the challenges of the ISO17025 standard for digital forensics and why it might not be the best choice … Read more
Have Your Say In The House Of Lords’ Select Committee On Science And Technology
Controversy has been raging around ISO 17025 ever since the standard was adopted for digital forensics back in October 2017. Although many people who work in the industry agree that standardisation is advisable and probably necessary if we are to … Read more
Changes To Forensic Laboratory Accreditation Requirements – ISO/IEC 17025
by Tim Alcock
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 – General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories is the principal international standard for the accreditation of laboratories performing testing (including sampling) and/or calibration. Originating from ISO/IEC Guide 25, the standard has … Read more
ISO 17025 For Digital Forensics – Yay Or Nay
by Robert Merriott
“Much of the digital forensic community desires to have their evidence seen in court as forensically sound and bulletproof, yet do not want to go through the rigors that other traditional forensic sciences have done to prevent … Read more
Digital Forensics: Iron Bars, Cement And Superglue
by James Zjalic
When most people think of digital forensics they think of CSI Miami: hackers in hoodies and Mission Impossible type biometrics. But under the superficial exterior, there is a framework of laws, regulations, best practices, guidelines, and standards … Read more
Challenges Of ISO 17025 Accreditation – Survey Results
A group of forensic practitioners has recently conducted a survey into the ISO 17025 scheme – its effectiveness, and its relevance for digital forensics.
The survey was conducted using Google Forms and was aimed at forensic practitioners on the front … Read more