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Exploring Myths In Digital Forensics: Separating Science From Ritual, Gary C. Kessler, Gregory H. Carlton
Exploring Myths In Digital Forensics: Separating Science From Ritual, Gary C. Kessler, Gregory H. Carlton
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Digital forensic methodology deviates significantly relative to the methods of other forensic sciences for numerous practical reasons, and it has been largely influenced by factors derived from the inception and evolution of this relatively new and rapidly changing field. Digital forensics methodology was developed more by practitioners in its early days rather than by computer scientists. This led to accepted best practices in the field that may not represent the best or, at least, tested, science. This paper explores some of these differences in the practice and evolution between digital and other forensic sciences, and recommends scientific approaches to apply …
An Overview Of Steganography For The Computer Forensics Examiner (Updated Version, February 2015), Gary C. Kessler
An Overview Of Steganography For The Computer Forensics Examiner (Updated Version, February 2015), Gary C. Kessler
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"Steganography is the art of covered or hidden writing. The purpose of steganography is covert communication-to hide the existence of a message from a third party. This paper is intended as a high-level technical introduction to steganography for those unfamiliar with the field. It is directed at forensic computer examiners who need a practical understanding of steganography without delving into the mathematics, although references are provided to some of the ongoing research for the person who needs or wants additional detail. Although this paper provides a historical context for steganography, the emphasis is on digital applications, focusing on hiding information …
Educating The Next Generation Of Cyberforensic Professionals, Mark Pollitt, Philip Craiger
Educating The Next Generation Of Cyberforensic Professionals, Mark Pollitt, Philip Craiger
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This paper provides a historical overview of the development of cyberforensics as a scientific discipline, along with a description of the current state of training, educational programs, certification and accreditation. The paper traces the origins of cyberforensics, the acceptance of cyberforensics as a forensic science and its recognition as a component of information security. It also discusses the development of professional certification and standardized bodies of knowledge that have had a substantial impact on the discipline. Finally, it discusses the accreditation of cyberforensic educational programs, its linkage with the bodies of knowledge and its effect on cyberforensic educational programs.
Identifying Trace Evidence From Target-Specific Data Wiping Application Software, Gregory H. Carlton, Gary C. Kessler
Identifying Trace Evidence From Target-Specific Data Wiping Application Software, Gregory H. Carlton, Gary C. Kessler
Security Studies & International Affairs - Daytona Beach
"One area of particular concern for computer forensics examiners involves situations in which someone utilized software applications to destroy evidence. There are products available in the marketplace that are relatively inexpensive and advertised as being able to destroy targeted portions of data stored within a computer system. This study was undertaken to analyze a subset of these tools in order to identify trace evidence, if any, left behind on disk media after executing these applications. We evaluated five Windows 7 compatible software products whose advertised features include the ability for users to wipe targeted files, folders, or evidence of selected …
Book Review: Digital Forensic Evidence Examination, Gary C. Kessler
Book Review: Digital Forensic Evidence Examination, Gary C. Kessler
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This document is Dr. Kessler's review of the second edition of Digital Forensic Evidence Examination by Fred Cohen. ASP Press, 2010. ISBN: 978-1-878109-45-3
Book Review: Cyber Security And Global Information Assurance: Threat Analysis And Response Solutions, Gary C. Kessler
Book Review: Cyber Security And Global Information Assurance: Threat Analysis And Response Solutions, Gary C. Kessler
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This document is Dr. Kessler's review of Cyber Security and Global Information Assurance: Threat Analysis and Response Solutions, edited by Kenneth J. Knapp. Information Science Reference, 2009. ISBN: 978-1-60566-326-5.
Book Review: Challenges To Digital Forensic Evidence, Gary C. Kessler
Book Review: Challenges To Digital Forensic Evidence, Gary C. Kessler
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This document is Dr. Kessler's review of Challenges to Digital Forensic Evidence, by Fred Cohen. Fred Cohen & Associates, 2008. ISBN 1-878109-41-3