Forensics Discussion 1

The article from Magnet Forensics identified four broad sources of data (Computers, Mobile Devices, Internet of Things, and Cloud). Which data source would you anticipate being the most important to an investigation and why.  What types of data might be available from that source?

How does the role of digital forensics compare and contrast to other forensic disciplines? Which two forensic disciplines do you think provide the most value to investigators and why?

Readings:

Mandatory Reading

Learn Computer Forensics – Second Edition by William Oettinger (2022)

• Chapter 1: Types of Computer-Based Investigations 

Magnet Forensics

• DFIR: What is Digital Forensics and Incident Response? 

National Institute of Standards and Technology – Digital Investigation Techniques: A NIST Scientific Foundation Review (2022)

• Section 1.5: Comparison of Non-Digital to Digital Investigation (p. 19-22) 

Additional Resources 

Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Report (2022)