Digital Forensics For Legal Professionals

Author : Larry Daniel
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 159749643X
Total Pages : 364 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Digital Forensics for Legal Professionals written by Larry Daniel and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-09-02 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Section 1: What is Digital Forensics? Chapter 1. Digital Evidence is Everywhere Chapter 2. Overview of Digital Forensics Chapter 3. Digital Forensics -- The Sub-Disciplines Chapter 4. The Foundations of Digital Forensics -- Best Practices Chapter 5. Overview of Digital Forensics Tools Chapter 6. Digital Forensics at Work in the Legal System Section 2: Experts Chapter 7. Why Do I Need an Expert? Chapter 8. The Difference between Computer Experts and Digital Forensic Experts Chapter 9. Selecting a Digital Forensics Expert Chapter 10. What to Expect from an Expert Chapter 11. Approaches by Different Types of Examiners Chapter 12. Spotting a Problem Expert Chapter 13. Qualifying an Expert in Court Sections 3: Motions and Discovery Chapter 14. Overview of Digital Evidence Discovery Chapter 15. Discovery of Digital Evidence in Criminal Cases Chapter 16. Discovery of Digital Evidence in Civil Cases Chapter 17. Discovery of Computers and Storage Media Chapter 18. Discovery of Video Evidence Ch ...

Author : Larry Daniel
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 012809382X
Total Pages : 124 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Cell Phone Location Evidence for Legal Professionals written by Larry Daniel and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2017-06-12 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cell Phone Location Evidence for Legal Professionals: Understanding Cell Phone Location Evidence from the Warrant to the Courtroom is a guide, in plain language, for digital forensics professionals, attorneys, law enforcement professionals and students interested in the sources, methods and evidence used to perform forensic data analysis of cell phones, call detail records, real time ping records and geo-location data obtained from cellular carriers and cell phones. Users will gain knowledge on how to identify evidence and how to properly address it for specific cases, including challenges to the methods of analysis and to the qualifications of persons who would testify about this evidence. This book is intended to provide digital forensics professionals, legal professionals and others with an interest in this field the information needed to understand what each type of evidence means, where it comes from, how it is analyzed and presented, and how it is used in various types of civil and criminal litigation. Relevant case law are included, or referred to, as appropriate throughout this book to give the reader an understanding of the legal history of this type of evidence and how it is being addressed by various state and federal courts. Presents the most current and leading edge information on cell phone location evidence, including how cell phone location works, and how evidence is used and presented in court Covers tactics on how to locate cell phones and cell phone records Provides the first book to take an in-depth look at cell phone location evidence for digital forensics, legal and law enforcement professionals Includes a companion website with full-color illustrations of cell phone evidence and how cell phones work

Author : Eoghan Casey
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0080921477
Total Pages : 594 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Digital Forensics and Investigation written by Eoghan Casey and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2009-10-07 with total page 594 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Handbook of Digital Forensics and Investigation builds on the success of the Handbook of Computer Crime Investigation, bringing together renowned experts in all areas of digital forensics and investigation to provide the consummate resource for practitioners in the field. It is also designed as an accompanying text to Digital Evidence and Computer Crime. This unique collection details how to conduct digital investigations in both criminal and civil contexts, and how to locate and utilize digital evidence on computers, networks, and embedded systems. Specifically, the Investigative Methodology section of the Handbook provides expert guidance in the three main areas of practice: Forensic Analysis, Electronic Discovery, and Intrusion Investigation. The Technology section is extended and updated to reflect the state of the art in each area of specialization. The main areas of focus in the Technology section are forensic analysis of Windows, Unix, Macintosh, and embedded systems (including cellular telephones and other mobile devices), and investigations involving networks (including enterprise environments and mobile telecommunications technology). This handbook is an essential technical reference and on-the-job guide that IT professionals, forensic practitioners, law enforcement, and attorneys will rely on when confronted with computer related crime and digital evidence of any kind. *Provides methodologies proven in practice for conducting digital investigations of all kinds *Demonstrates how to locate and interpret a wide variety of digital evidence, and how it can be useful in investigations *Presents tools in the context of the investigative process, including EnCase, FTK, ProDiscover, foremost, XACT, Network Miner, Splunk, flow-tools, and many other specialized utilities and analysis platforms *Case examples in every chapter give readers a practical understanding of the technical, logistical, and legal challenges that arise in real investigations

Author : John Sammons
Publisher : Syngress
ISBN 13 : 0128034939
Total Pages : 108 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Digital Forensics Trial Graphics written by John Sammons and published by Syngress. This book was released on 2017-03-09 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Digital Forensics Trial Graphics: Teaching the Jury Through Effective Use of Visuals helps digital forensic practitioners explain complex technical material to laypeople (i.e., juries, judges, etc.). The book includes professional quality illustrations of technology that help anyone understand the complex concepts behind the science. Users will find invaluable information on theory and best practices along with guidance on how to design and deliver successful explanations. Helps users learn skills for the effective presentation of digital forensic evidence via graphics in a trial setting to laypeople such as juries and judges Presents the principles of visual learning and graphic design as a foundation for developing effective visuals Demonstrates the best practices of slide design to develop effective visuals for presentation of evidence Professionally developed graphics, designed specifically for digital forensics, that you can use at trial Downloadable graphics available at: http://booksite.elsevier.com/9780128034835

Author : John Sammons
Publisher : Syngress
ISBN 13 : 0128018925
Total Pages : 200 pages
Book Rating : 4.27/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Basics of Digital Forensics written by John Sammons and published by Syngress. This book was released on 2014-12-09 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Basics of Digital Forensics provides a foundation for people new to the digital forensics field. This book teaches you how to conduct examinations by discussing what digital forensics is, the methodologies used, key tactical concepts, and the tools needed to perform examinations. Details on digital forensics for computers, networks, cell phones, GPS, the cloud and the Internet are discussed. Also, learn how to collect evidence, document the scene, and how deleted data can be recovered. The new Second Edition of this book provides you with completely up-to-date real-world examples and all the key technologies used in digital forensics, as well as new coverage of network intrusion response, how hard drives are organized, and electronic discovery. You'll also learn how to incorporate quality assurance into an investigation, how to prioritize evidence items to examine (triage), case processing, and what goes into making an expert witness. The Second Edition also features expanded resources and references, including online resources that keep you current, sample legal documents, and suggested further reading. Learn what Digital Forensics entails Build a toolkit and prepare an investigative plan Understand the common artifacts to look for in an exam Second Edition features all-new coverage of hard drives, triage, network intrusion response, and electronic discovery; as well as updated case studies, expert interviews, and expanded resources and references

Author : Erik Laykin
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118235223
Total Pages : 241 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Investigative Computer Forensics written by Erik Laykin and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-04-03 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Investigative computer forensics is playing an increasingly important role in the resolution of challenges, disputes, and conflicts of every kind and in every corner of the world. Yet, for many, there is still great apprehension when contemplating leveraging these emerging technologies, preventing them from making the most of investigative computer forensics and its extraordinary potential to dissect everything from common crime to sophisticated corporate fraud. Empowering you to make tough and informed decisions during an internal investigation, electronic discovery exercise, or while engaging the capabilities of a computer forensic professional, Investigative Computer Forensics explains the investigative computer forensic process in layman’s terms that users of these services can easily digest. Computer forensic/e-discovery expert and cybercrime investigator Erik Laykin provides readers with a cross section of information gleaned from his broad experience, covering diverse areas of knowledge and proficiency from the basics of preserving and collecting evidence through to an examination of some of the future shaping trends that these technologies are having on society. Investigative Computer Forensics takes you step by step through: Issues that are present-day drivers behind the converging worlds of business, technology, law, and fraud Computers and networks—a primer on how they work and what they are Computer forensic basics, including chain of custody and evidence handling Investigative issues to know about before hiring a forensic investigator Managing forensics in electronic discovery How cyber-firefighters defend against cybercrime and other malicious online activity Emerging standards of care in the handling of electronic evidence Trends and issues affecting the future of the information revolution and society as a whole Thoroughly researched and practical, Investigative Computer Forensics helps you—whether attorney, judge, businessperson, or accountant—prepare for the forensic computer investigative process, with a plain-English look at the complex terms, issues, and risks associated with managing electronic data in investigations and discovery.

Author : Cory Altheide
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 9781597495875
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Digital Forensics with Open Source Tools written by Cory Altheide and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-03-29 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Digital Forensics with Open Source Tools is the definitive book on investigating and analyzing computer systems and media using open source tools. The book is a technical procedural guide, and explains the use of open source tools on Mac, Linux and Windows systems as a platform for performing computer forensics. Both well-known and novel forensic methods are demonstrated using command-line and graphical open source computer forensic tools for examining a wide range of target systems and artifacts. Written by world-renowned forensic practitioners, this book uses the most current examination and analysis techniques in the field. It consists of 9 chapters that cover a range of topics such as the open source examination platform; disk and file system analysis; Windows systems and artifacts; Linux systems and artifacts; Mac OS X systems and artifacts; Internet artifacts; and automating analysis and extending capabilities. The book lends itself to use by students and those entering the field who do not have means to purchase new tools for different investigations. This book will appeal to forensic practitioners from areas including incident response teams and computer forensic investigators; forensic technicians from legal, audit, and consulting firms; and law enforcement agencies. Written by world-renowned forensic practitioners Details core concepts and techniques of forensic file system analysis Covers analysis of artifacts from the Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems

Author : Jack Wiles
Publisher : Syngress
ISBN 13 : 9780080556086
Total Pages : 736 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Best Damn Cybercrime and Digital Forensics Book Period written by Jack Wiles and published by Syngress. This book was released on 2011-04-18 with total page 736 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Electronic discovery refers to a process in which electronic data is sought, located, secured, and searched with the intent of using it as evidence in a legal case. Computer forensics is the application of computer investigation and analysis techniques to perform an investigation to find out exactly what happened on a computer and who was responsible. IDC estimates that the U.S. market for computer forensics will be grow from $252 million in 2004 to $630 million by 2009. Business is strong outside the United States, as well. By 2011, the estimated international market will be $1.8 billion dollars. The Techno Forensics Conference has increased in size by almost 50% in its second year; another example of the rapid growth in the market. This book is the first to combine cybercrime and digital forensic topics to provides law enforcement and IT security professionals with the information needed to manage a digital investigation. Everything needed for analyzing forensic data and recovering digital evidence can be found in one place, including instructions for building a digital forensics lab. * Digital investigation and forensics is a growing industry * Corporate I.T. departments investigating corporate espionage and criminal activities are learning as they go and need a comprehensive guide to e-discovery * Appeals to law enforcement agencies with limited budgets

Author : Eoghan Casey
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0123742684
Total Pages : 838 pages
Book Rating : 4.81/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Digital Evidence and Computer Crime written by Eoghan Casey and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2011-04-20 with total page 838 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Though an increasing number of criminals are using computers and computer networks, few investigators are well versed in the issues related to digital evidence. This work explains how computer networks function and how they can be used in a crime.

Author : Michael Sheetz
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119120276
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Computer Forensics written by Michael Sheetz and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-03-24 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Would your company be prepared in the event of: * Computer-driven espionage * A devastating virus attack * A hacker's unauthorized access * A breach of data security? As the sophistication of computer technology has grown, so has therate of computer-related criminal activity. Subsequently, Americancorporations now lose billions of dollars a year to hacking,identity theft, and other computer attacks. More than ever,businesses and professionals responsible for the critical data ofcountless customers and employees need to anticipate and safeguardagainst computer intruders and attacks. The first book to successfully speak to the nontechnicalprofessional in the fields of business and law on the topic ofcomputer crime, Computer Forensics: An Essential Guide forAccountants, Lawyers, and Managers provides valuable advice on thehidden difficulties that can blindside companies and result indamaging costs. Written by industry expert Michael Sheetz, this important bookprovides readers with an honest look at the computer crimes thatcan annoy, interrupt--and devastate--a business. Readers areequipped not only with a solid understanding of how computersfacilitate fraud and financial crime, but also how computers can beused to investigate, prosecute, and prevent these crimes. If you want to know how to protect your company from computercrimes but have a limited technical background, this book is foryou. Get Computer Forensics: An Essential Guide for Accountants,Lawyers, and Managers and get prepared.