Now that you have learned the basics of digital forensics analysis and methodology, and have experienced one of the common forensic tools, use the material presented in this project as well as research you have conducted outside of the course materials to write a research paper that addresses the following:
digital forensics methodology
the importance of using forensic tools to collect and analyze evidence (e.g., FTK Imager and EnCase)
hashing in the context of digital forensics
How do you ensure that the evidence collected has not been tampered with (i.e., after collection)? Why and how is this important to prove in court?
Sample Solution
Digital forensics is a field of study that focuses on the use of computer and digital storage devices to investigate criminal cases. It involves the collection, examination, analysis, and reporting of data from computers and other digital media in order to determine its authenticity or integrity. The goal of this type of analysis is to provide evidence for court proceedings or intelligence operations. Digital forensics methodology includes a variety of steps depending on the type of investigation being conducted. Many methods are used in various investigations as well as during collection and preservation phases. In this paper we will discuss some common approaches used in digital forensics along with the importance of using forensic tools such as FTK Imager and EnCase to collect and analyze evidence, as well as hashing in relation to digital forensics.
Sample Solution
Digital forensics is a field of study that focuses on the use of computer and digital storage devices to investigate criminal cases. It involves the collection, examination, analysis, and reporting of data from computers and other digital media in order to determine its authenticity or integrity. The goal of this type of analysis is to provide evidence for court proceedings or intelligence operations. Digital forensics methodology includes a variety of steps depending on the type of investigation being conducted. Many methods are used in various investigations as well as during collection and preservation phases. In this paper we will discuss some common approaches used in digital forensics along with the importance of using forensic tools such as FTK Imager and EnCase to collect and analyze evidence, as well as hashing in relation to digital forensics.