Introduction In digital investigations, most people focus on hard drives and storage devices. However, one of the most volatile yet critical sources of digital evidence lies within a computer’s Random Access Memory (RAM). Memory forensics—also known as volatile memory analysis—involves capturing and examining data stored temporarily in RAM to uncover ...
Introduction Digital forensics has become one of the most critical domains in today’s technology-driven world. From investigating cybercrimes to recovering deleted data and supporting law enforcement, digital forensic experts play a vital role in uncovering the truth hidden within digital evidence. However, the field is highly specialised, demanding a unique ...
Forensic analysis can play a crucial role in recovering data lost in a malware attack through a systematic and methodical approach. Here’s how forensic analysis can achieve this.: Get your system ready After a malware attack, you should turn off your computer and disconnect it from any external storage devices ...
Introduction: The Internet of Things (IoT) has rapidly spread into our homes, workplaces, cities, and industries over the past decade. IoT devices like smart home assistants, connected security cameras, wearable fitness trackers, and industrial sensors have made our lives more convenient and efficient. However, this increased connectivity and automation also ...
A Driver A group of files that enable one or more hardware devices to communicate with the computer’s operating system. Without drivers, the computer would not be able to send and receive data correctly to hardware devices, such as a printer. A Message Digest Algorithm 5 (MD5) Hash An algorithm ...