Forensic Methodology
Systematic process ensuring digital evidence integrity and admissibility.
Fundamental Principles
Integrity
Evidence must be kept unaltered since collection
Traceability
Every step of the process must be documented
Reproducibility
Analyses must be independently reproducible
Objectivity
Findings must be based on technical evidence, not prior conclusions
Process Phases
Chain of Custody
Exhaustive documentation of each forensic analysis phase. Immutable custody record.
- Documentation of each analysis phase
- Immutable custody record
- Unique evidence identification
- Complete process traceability
Evidence Acquisition
Bit-by-bit forensic image creation. Use of validated tools and cryptographic hashes.
- Bit-by-bit forensic image creation
- Use of validated tools
- Initial evidence hashing
- Acquisition process documentation
Integrity Validation
Verification using multiple hash algorithms. Evidence non-alteration confirmation.
- Verification using multiple hash algorithms
- Non-alteration confirmation
- Copy integrity validation
- Verification documentation
Forensic Analysis
Detailed technical examination using specialized tools. Relevant artifact search.
- Detailed technical examination
- Use of specialized tools
- Relevant artifact search
- Event timeline analysis
Expert Report
Complete technical documentation with methodology, findings and conclusions. Court-ready format.
- Complete technical documentation
- Detailed methodology
- Findings and conclusions
- Valid court-ready format
Quality Assurance
Our methodology complies with international digital forensic analysis standards and is designed to ensure evidence admissibility in court proceedings.
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