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What is digital evidence defined as?
What is digital evidence defined as?
- Any information or data that can be used to prove innocence
- Only information stored on electronic devices
- Any probative information stored or transmitted in digital form (correct)
- Any information that is not physical in nature
What is a characteristic of digital evidence?
What is a characteristic of digital evidence?
- It is always time-consuming to collect
- It is always in a physical form
- It can be altered, damaged or destroyed with little effort (correct)
- It is never accepted as evidence in court
What is a common type of digital evidence?
What is a common type of digital evidence?
- Fingerprint analysis
- Text message (correct)
- DNA evidence
- Lie detector tests
What is one of the major forensic categories of devices where evidence can be found?
What is one of the major forensic categories of devices where evidence can be found?
Why is digital evidence used?
Why is digital evidence used?
What is an example of a device that can contain digital evidence?
What is an example of a device that can contain digital evidence?
What is a consideration when accepting digital evidence in court?
What is a consideration when accepting digital evidence in court?
What is a challenge of digital evidence?
What is a challenge of digital evidence?
What is the primary purpose of following evidence-handling procedures in a computer security incident?
What is the primary purpose of following evidence-handling procedures in a computer security incident?
What is the definition of digital evidence?
What is the definition of digital evidence?
Why is it important to recognize and properly seize potential digital evidence?
Why is it important to recognize and properly seize potential digital evidence?
What is an example of a digital device that can store, view, and share illegal images?
What is an example of a digital device that can store, view, and share illegal images?
What is relevant evidence?
What is relevant evidence?
Why is it necessary to ensure that evidence-handling procedures are not difficult to implement?
Why is it necessary to ensure that evidence-handling procedures are not difficult to implement?
What is the outcome of an investigation of a computer security incident?
What is the outcome of an investigation of a computer security incident?
What is an example of a device that can carry encoded messages between criminals?
What is an example of a device that can carry encoded messages between criminals?
Study Notes
Computer Security Incident Investigation
- A successful courtroom experience requires a thorough investigation of a computer security incident, which leads to legal proceedings where digital evidence and documents are used as exhibits in the trial.
- It is essential to follow a proper evidence-handling procedure to meet the requirements of the judging body and withstand any challenges.
Digital Evidence
- Digital evidence is any information or data that can be trusted and used to prove something related to a case in trial, indicating that a certain substance or condition is present.
- Relevant digital evidence is information that has a positive impact on the action occurred, such as supporting an incident.
- Digital evidence can be stored or transmitted in digital form and can be used in a court case.
Characteristics of Digital Evidence
- Digital evidence can be latent (hidden), like fingerprints or DNA evidence.
- It can cross jurisdictional borders quickly and easily.
- Digital evidence can be altered, damaged, or destroyed with little effort.
- It can be time-sensitive.
Sources of Digital Evidence
- There are many sources of digital evidence, including:
- Internet-based devices
- Stand-alone computers or devices
- Mobile devices
- Examples of potential digital evidence sources include:
- HDD
- CD/DVD media
- Backup tapes
- USB drive
- Biometric scanner
- Digital camera
- Smart phone
- Smart card
- PDA
Forms of Digital Evidence
- Common forms of digital evidence include:
- Text messages
- Emails
- Pictures
- Videos
- Internet searches
- Digital evidence can be used to establish a credible link between the attacker, victim, and crime scene.
- Potential digital evidence can be found in a victim's system, including:
- IP address
- System log-in details
- Remote log-in details
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Description
This quiz covers the importance of proper evidence-handling procedures in computer security incident investigations, particularly in relation to legal proceedings and courtroom trials.
