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Introduction-to-Web-Application-Forensics

Introduction to Web Application Forensics

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Introduction to Web Application Forensics in this the Web applications are programs that exist on a central server permitting a user, who visits a website via the Internet, to submit and retrieve data to and from a database. A web application makes a request through a web server. When the server responds to the request, the web application generates documents of the response for better client/user service. The web documents generated by web applications are …

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Anti-Forensics-Tools

Anti-Forensics Tools

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In this article Explain different types of Anti-Forensics Tools which are using in forensic investigation. 1. Steganography Studio Source: http://stegstudio.sourceforge.net Steganography Studio is an anti-forensic tool to analyze the key steganographic algorithms. This tool implements algorithms that are configurable with a variety of filters. It implements the image analysis algorithms for the detection of hidden information. The software is developed in Java, allowing use in multiple OSs. 2. CryptaPix Source: http://www.briggsoft.com CryptaPix is an anti-forensic …

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Detecting-Steganography

Detecting Steganography

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Detecting Steganography in this article how to detect Steganography explained with it types as well as Steganography detecting files explained with the help of tools using in stegenography and data hiding in file system structures technique. Software Clues on the Computer During investigation, the investigators should first look at files, documents, software applications, and other suspicious files for clues hidden through steganography. Steganography investigators should also know about common steganographic techniques, software, tools, terminologies, and …

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Understand-Anti-forensics-and-their-goals

Understand Anti-forensics and their goals

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Understand Anti-forensics and their goals, also referred to as counter forensics, may be a set of techniques that attackers or perpetrators use so as to avert or sidetrack the forensic investigation process or attempt to make it much harder. These techniques negatively impact the number and quality of evidence from a criminal offense scene, thereby making the forensic investigation process difficult. Therefore, the investigator may need to conduct a few more additional steps so as …

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Data Acquisition and Duplication Tools: Software

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Data Acquisition and Duplication Tools: Software in this article explain different types of software which is using in data acquision and duplication data tool. EnCase Forensic Source: https://www.guidancesoftware.com EnCase is a popular multi-purpose forensic platform which includes many useful tools to support several areas of the digital forensic process. This tool can collect a lot of data from many devices and extracts potential evidence. It also generates an evidence report. EnCase Forensic can help investigators …

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Data-Acquisition-Methods

Data Acquisition Methods

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Data Acquisition Methods in this article explain which of the method using on data acquition and also explain those method which is continuously using in forensic investigation. There are following four methods available for data acquisition: 1. Bit-stream disk-to-image file Forensic investigators commonly use this data acquisition method. It is a flexible method, which allows creation of one or more copies, or bit-for-bit repkations of the suspect drive. ProDiscover, EnCase, FTK, The Sleuth Kit, X-Ways …

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Live-data-acquisition

Live Data Acquisition

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Live Data Acquisition is the process of extracting volatile information present in the registries, cache, and RAM of digital devices through its normal interface. The volatile information is dynamic in nature and changes with time, therefore, the investigators should collect the data in real time. Simple actions such as looking through the files on a running computer or booting up the computer have the potential to destroy or modify the available evidence data, as it …

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Forensics Software

Forensics Software

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Forensics Software this blog is explaining which of which of the software are using in forensic investigation in detail. Password Cracking Tool: Cain & Abel Source: http://www.oxid.it Cain & Abel is a password recovery tool for Microsoft Operating Systems. It allows recovery of various kinds of passwords by sniffing the network, cracking encrypted passwords using Dictionary, Brute-Force, and Crypt analysis attacks, recording VolP conversations, decoding scrambled passwords, recovering wireless network keys, revealing password boxes, uncovering …

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Building-a-Forensics-Workstation

Building a Forensics Workstation

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Define the computer forensics approach clearly before Building a Forensics Workstation. For developing a forensics laboratory, the total estimated cost incurred to meet the accreditation standards of a standardized body that certifies labs will be the deciding factor for fund allocation. Funding is important in order for a successful implementation of the computer forensics lab. Calculate the yearly budget allocation for a forensics lab, based on the previous year’s statistics as well as estimated trends …

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Computer-Forensics-Lab

Setting Up a Computer Forensics Lab

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A Computer Forensics Lab (CFL) is a designated location for conducting computer-based investigation of the collected evidence in order to solve the case and find the culprit. The lab houses the instruments, software and hardware tools, suspect media, and the forensic workstations required to perform investigation of all types. Setting up a forensics lab includes: Planning and budgeting Before planning and evaluating the budget for the forensic investigation case, consider the following: Break down costs …

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