Digital archaeology : the art and science of digital forensics

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Graves, Michael W., Author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Computer crimes--Investigation.

Computer crimes.

Forensic sciences--Data processing.

Forensic sciences.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (1 v.) : ill.

Edition:

1st edition

Other Title:

Art and science of digital forensics

Place of Publication:

[Place of publication not identified] Addison Wesley 2014

Language Note:

English

System Details:

text file

Summary:

The Definitive, Up-to-Date Guide to Digital Forensics The rapid proliferation of cyber crime is increasing the demand for digital forensics experts in both law enforcement and in the private sector. In Digital Archaeology, expert practitioner Michael Graves has written the most thorough, realistic, and up-to-date guide to the principles and techniques of modern digital forensics. Graves begins by providing a solid understanding of the legal underpinnings of and critical laws affecting computer forensics, including key principles of evidence and case law. Next, he explains how to systematically and thoroughly investigate computer systems to unearth crimes or other misbehavior, and back it up with evidence that will stand up in court. Drawing on the analogy of archaeological research, Graves explains each key tool and method investigators use to reliably uncover hidden information in digital systems. His detailed demonstrations often include the actual syntax of command-line utilities. Along the way, he presents exclusive coverage of facilities management, a full chapter on the crucial topic of first response to a digital crime scene, and up-to-the-minute coverage of investigating evidence in the cloud. Graves concludes by presenting coverage of important professional and business issues associated with building a career in digital forensics, including current licensing and certification requirements. Topics Covered Include Acquiring and analyzing data in ways consistent with forensic procedure Recovering and examining e-mail, Web, and networking activity Investigating users’ behavior on mobile devices Overcoming anti-forensics measures that seek to prevent data capture and analysis Performing comprehensive electronic discovery in connection with lawsuits Effectively managing cases and documenting the evidence you find Planning and building your career in digital forensics Digital Archaeology is a key resource for anyone preparing for a career as a professional investigator; for IT professionals who are sometimes called upon to assist in investigations; and for those seeking an explanation of the processes involved in preparing an effective defense, including how to avoid the legally indefensible destruction of digital evidence.

Contents:

Preface

Acknowledgments

About the author

The anatomy of a digital investigation

Laws affecting forensic investigations

Search warrants and subpoenas

Legislated privacy concerns

The admissibility of evidence

First response and the digital investigator

Data acquisition

Finding lost files

Document analysis

Email forensics

Web forensics

Searching the network

Excavating a cloud

Mobile device forensics

Fighting anti-forensics

Litigation and electronic discovery

Case management and report writing

Tools of the digital investigator

Building a forensic workstation

Licensing and certification

The business of digital forensics

A chapter review

B sample forms

Glossary

Index.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

ISBN:

9780132853804

0132853809

9780132853798

0132853795

9780321803900

0321803906

OCLC:

858681804