Digital forensics is a branch of forensic science encompassing the recovery and investigation of material found in digital devices, often in relation to computer crime. It involves the preservation, identification, extraction, inspection, and documentation of computer evidence.
Investigation Process
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1. Identification & Preservation
We identify potential evidence sources and secure them to prevent tampering. Chain of custody coverage begins immediately.
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2. Collection (Forensic Imaging)
We create bit-by-bit duplicates of the original media using hardware write-blockers to ensure the original evidence is unaltered.
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3. Examination & Analysis
Our experts analyze the data to extract relevant artifacts, deleted files, logs, and user activity history.
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4. Reporting & Testimony
We produce a comprehensive, admissible report and can provide expert witness testimony in court if required.
Forensic Tools
We rely on industry-standard forensic suites to ensure accuracy and admissibility.
EnCase
FTK (Forensic Toolkit)
Cellebrite
Magnet AXIOM
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. When messages are deleted, they often remain in the storage memory until overwritten by new data. We can carve these from the file system.
Yes. We frequently investigate cases of IP theft, unauthorized data exfiltration, and employee misconduct.
Yes. We adhere to strict legal standards and chain-of-custody protocols, making our findings valid in legal proceedings.