Software for rapid digital evidence collection on Windows systems

Authors

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36825/RITI.11.24.009

Keywords:

User Activity, Operating System, Digital Evidence, Computer Forensics, Virtualization, Forensic Image

Abstract

In the field of Digital Forensics, there are numerous criteria to consider when determining which elements are relevant for obtaining useful information to clarify a case. During a search and seizure procedure, when there are numerous technological items that could be candidates for confiscation for in-depth analysis in the laboratory, it becomes necessary to discern which elements would be of interest, and which would not provide useful information. This is because the analysis times grow exponentially as more equipment and mass storage devices are added to the list of items to be seized. In this paper, we present an "on-site" application software for obtaining digital forensic evidence during search and seizure procedures, following the current protocol of action. This software will also be used as an "indicator" of the content of the equipment under analysis, allowing the acting expert to make decisions (such as whether to confiscate a specific piece of equipment or not) at the location where the procedure is being carried out.

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Published

2023-12-12

How to Cite

Monti, M. A., & La Red Martínez, D. L. (2023). Software for rapid digital evidence collection on Windows systems. Revista De Investigación En Tecnologías De La Información, 11(24), 103–118. https://doi.org/10.36825/RITI.11.24.009