Computer forensics

Computer technology progressed rapidly since the 1900’s. Computers are no longer scarcely around, many people have them and use them on a daily basis. They have also become an important source of evidence in criminal activities. Computers are very helpful for homicide investigators, because they can discover whether methods on how to murder were researched on the internet, if anything suspicious can be found in emails, or if threats were made towards the victim prior to the murder. Since…

Computer forensics is becoming a popular profession among law enforcement, government intelligence and corporate security professionals. As the profession demands extraordinary skills and an investigative instinct, basic training is necessary. This high quality computer forensic training is available through renowned universities and colleges for which conditions apply with regard to personal history and citizenship. The universities provide customized training designed to meet the specific…

Computer forensics – Code of Ethics and Morals Introduction Computerized crime scene investigation, otherwise called PC and system legal sciences, as numerous definitions. Most generally, it is viewed as the use of science to the recognizable proof, accumulation, examination, and investigation of information while saving the respectability of the data and keeping up a strict chain of care for the information. Personal computer and legal sciences is the act of distinguishing, separating and…

Computer forensics started in the late 1970's when it was determined that there was evidence to be found on computers that could assist in the apprehension or conviction of a suspect. Since then there have been many different ideas as to what is considered the proper process of attaining the data and what is legal for either the government or corporations. Today, almost anyone that you meet will have a cell phone that is a considerably more powerful computer than the one that guided the Apollo…

The NYC computer forensics investigative procedures contain eight stages with electronic tools that are used to support an investigation. The first step that is taken is obtaining a search warrant, & in order to do this there must be probable cause to present to a magistrate. How probable cause is identified is by an investigation, or information obtained in a legal standard& documented by the officer who is seeking the evidence, & he/she must prepare an affidavit that defines the area to be…

1. The individuals I believe that ought to be interviewed for this investigation are Mr. McBride, Mr. Jenkins, Mr. McBride’s co-workers, and the forensic expert(s) who examined the evidence. Mr. McBride is innocent till proving guilty of taking “Product X” from Greenwood and his statement should be gathered accordingly. Mr. Jenkins statement would also need to be gathered to collect information as to how he came to believe Mr. McBride potentially stole the information and what the consequences…

Introduction Digital forensics is the investigation procedures for a legal purpose (Nelson, Phillips, Steuart, 2016). Digital forensics also prepares computer investigations There are four key factors before the computer investigation is complete. The key factors are developing and documenting procedures, following evidence handling procedures, documenting extraction, and presenting the findings. All of these combined lead to the preparing of a more complete computer investigation. As with…

Purpose: This memorandum contains a discussion and final recommendation concerning the accreditation of the digital forensics laboratory through the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors/Laboratory Accreditation Board (ASCLD/LAB), or an alternative, in order to show that the digital forensics laboratory meets established standards and guidelines. Discussion: Forensic laboratory accreditation is a growing trend with 391 crime laboratories currently being accredited, which breaks down…

new field of cyber forensics has arisen to meet the need to gather information that has been increasingly hidden from investigators through the criminal use of technology. While businesses often have difficulties implementing effective information security policies, new challenges arise when they are confronted with the potential for cyber investigations which may jeopardize the security of corporate information. This report will examine the situation regarding cyber forensics as it stands,…

that develops software X. Software X is the leading operating system in mobile devices. Unfortunately, our company believes Mr. McBride, a former employee stole product X source code for financial gain. As such, I have been tasked with leading the forensic investigation in this matter. Analysis Interview During an investigation is imperative that potential witnesses are questioned to gather essential information needed in the investigation (Swanson, Chamelin, & Territo, 2016). To protect the…