Computer Forensics Investigation Process and Lab
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What is the main purpose of the post-investigation phase in computer forensics?

  • Defining mission goals
  • Reporting and documenting actions and findings (correct)
  • Setting up a forensics workstation
  • Gathering evidence and analyzing data
  • Why is it important for investigators to ensure legal compliance in the forensic investigation process?

  • To prove a case in a court of law
  • To build a forensics workstation
  • To comply with local laws and established standards (correct)
  • To follow a repeatable and well-documented set of steps
  • What is the primary task during the main investigation phase in computer forensics?

  • Setting up a forensics workstation
  • Reporting and documenting actions and findings
  • Defining mission goals
  • Acquisition, preservation, and analysis of evidentiary data (correct)
  • What tasks are involved in the pre-investigation phase?

    <p>Setting up a computer forensics lab and identifying evidentiary data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the main investigation phase?

    <p>Implementing technical knowledge to find and examine evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of quality and integrity checks in the main investigation phase?

    <p>To ensure the admissibility of evidence in court</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Computer Forensics Lab (CFL) designated for?

    <p>Conducting computer-based investigations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for the digital forensics report to be acceptable in a court of law?

    <p>Compliance with all legal standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tasks are involved in protocol compliance in the pre-investigation phase?

    <p>Gathering plaintiff information, type of incident, and obtaining permission and warrants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a forensics lab accreditation/licensing?

    <p>ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial consideration for the lab site of a forensics lab?

    <p>Minimal traffic and easy access to emergency services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of the physical location and design considerations for securing the lab room?

    <p>Access to emergency services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key responsibility of a Computer Forensics Investigator?

    <p>Handling the complete investigation process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What essential skills and qualifications are required for a Computer Forensics Investigator?

    <p>Broad IT knowledge, experience in investigation, and certification from authorized organizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary responsibility of a Law Enforcement Officer in computer forensics?

    <p>Handling search warrants requests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of TEMPEST in a forensics lab?

    <p>To prevent eavesdropping by insulating power cables and adding filters to telephones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the best practices for securing evidence containers in a forensic lab?

    <p>Regular change of locks/keys and maintaining key registries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of electromagnetic shielding (TEMPEST) in a forensic lab?

    <p>To prevent eavesdropping by insulating power cables and adding filters to telephones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of dedicated network lines in a forensics lab?

    <p>To ensure secure communication and data transfer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to regularly inspect the lab for security policy compliance?

    <p>To maintain the security policy standards and integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of having air-gapped sections in a forensics lab?

    <p>to ensure that certain sensitive information is isolated from other networked systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are log registers essential for entry into a forensics lab?

    <p>To monitor and record individuals entering and exiting the lab.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean when a forensic lab has a high-security area as per suggested security levels?

    <p>It is an area where only authorized personnel have access, and security personnel can monitor it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary responsibility of the Lab Director in quality assurance and management?

    <p>Planning for lab updates and setting production schedules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial consideration before setting up the forensic workstation?

    <p>Clear definition of the computer forensics approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the KEY hardware requirements for a computer forensics workstation?

    <p>Fast multi-threaded CPU, lots of RAM and large fast storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of having multiple hard drives in a forensic workstation?

    <p>To easily load different operating systems for forensic analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of a server-class GPU or GPU accelerator in a computer forensics workstation?

    <p>For hashing and brute-forcing acceleration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial step to take before commencing an investigation?

    <p>Create the investigation toolkit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a computer investigation toolkit consist of?

    <p>Hardware and software tools for data acquisition and quick response during incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are essential components of a computer forensics lab toolkit?

    <p>Dedicated tools like specialized cables, drive duplicators, media sterilization systems, and software tools like password-cracking apps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Paraben’s First Responder Kits provide to first responders?

    <p>Necessary tools to preserve various types of mobile evidence and protect it from unwanted signals and loss of power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool is used for the bulk extraction of useful information from disk images or files without parsing the file system?

    <p>Bulk extractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Paraben's DP2C tool?

    <p>To collect specific types of data from Windows-based systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool is designed for extracting, decoding, and analyzing digital forensic data?

    <p>Oxygen Forensic Detective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main feature of Paraben's E3:MOBILE tool?

    <p>Rooting and jailbreaking smartphones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Sleuth Kit® primarily allow users to do?

    <p>Analyze disk images and recover files</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of maiIXaminer?

    <p>Capturing and processing artifact data from email communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Paraben’s StrongHold Faraday Bags?

    <p>To protect evidence by blocking out wireless signals from cell towers and wireless networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of FRED DX (Dual Xeon)?

    <p>Specialized purpose-built high-end workstation for forensic analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of DeepSpar Disk Imager?

    <p>To provide file system recovery capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the UltraBay 3d offer?

    <p>A USB 3.0 integrated forensic bridge with touch screen display and graphical user interface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Image MASSter Wipe PRO?

    <p>To erase up to 8 Hard Drives simultaneously at high speeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What purpose does the PC-3000 Flash serve?

    <p>To recover data from flash-based storage devices like SD cards and USB sticks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool offers hardware-based write blocking for various storage devices?

    <p>Tableau Forensic Universal Bridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of HotPlug Field Kit?

    <p>Transporting a live computer without turning it off</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which software add-on diagnoses and fixes file system issues to recover client's data?

    <p>PC-3000 Data Extractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of Xplico software?

    <p>Extracting applications data from internet traffic capture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool provides extended network security analysis and advanced protocol analysis for effective network monitoring?

    <p>Capsa Network Analyzer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key function of FTK in digital investigations?

    <p>Digital investigations platform providing processing and indexing up front</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Shadow 3 in forensic investigations?

    <p>Viewing suspect computers at the scene in real-time without corrupting the evidence data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool is specifically designed for forensic SATA/IDE hard drive imaging and cloning?

    <p>VOOM Hardcopy 3P</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of WireShark software?

    <p>Multiple OS variants network packet analyzing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'PALADIN' and 'Autopsy' are associated with which phase of forensics?

    <p><em>Main investigation</em> phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature is NOT available in Capsa Network Analyzer?

    <p>Support for Windows, Linux, *nix, MacOS variants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hardware from CRU® WiebeTech® allows seizure and removal of computers from the field to anywhere else without shutting them down?

    <p>HotPlug Field Kit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool is used for assessing WiFi network security?

    <p>Aircrack-ng</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of PALADIN Forensic Suite?

    <p>Performing various forensics tasks in a forensically sound manner via a specialized toolbox</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool is an open-source password cracker supporting wide variety of features like GPU and in-kernel optimizations?

    <p>John the Ripper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Autopsy?

    <p>Investigate the happenings on a computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main feature of Recuva?

    <p>Recover lost data from any rewriteable media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of R-Drive Image?

    <p>Create disk image files for backup purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool is specifically used for data recovery tasks and can recover lost pictures, music, documents, videos, emails or any other file type?

    <p>MiniTool Power Data Recovery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool provides critical capabilities for forensic data extraction and analysis?

    <p>The Sleuth Kit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of L0phtCrack?

    <p>Open-source password auditing and recovery software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does hashcat advertise itself as?

    <p>World's fastest password cracker with in-kernel rule engine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT supported by Aircrack-ng's complete suite of tools?

    <p>Rapid data acquisition from the widest variety of devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is building a small investigation team crucial?

    <p>To achieve confidentiality and prevent information leaks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the incident responder in an investigation team?

    <p>Responding to measures when an incident occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of appointing a person as a technical lead for the investigation?

    <p>To streamline and oversee technical aspects of the investigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of determining the extent of the authority to search in a forensic investigation?

    <p>To ensure that evidence collected from the crime scene will be accepted in a court case</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to consult with a legal advisor for issues during handling of an investigation?

    <p>To address any improper handling of evidence during the investigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of ensuring forensic quality tool validation?

    <p>To ensure that hardware and software tools undergo testing to yield precise results</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do industry standards like DOD 5220.22-M and NAVSO P-5239 provide guidelines for?

    <p>Secure data destruction, ensuring that sensitive data cannot be retrieved from electronic devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of conducting risk assessment in information security?

    <p>To assess the impact of security breaches and devise appropriate risk mitigation strategies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What management and technical requirements are laboratories pursuing ISO/IEC 17025 and ASCLD/LAB accreditation required to adhere to?

    <p>Integrating maintenance, auditing, documenting, and demonstrating license compliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the Evidence Manager in a forensic investigation?

    <p>Manage and maintain a record of the evidence such that it is admissible in the court of law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the Incident Responder at a crime scene?

    <p>Responsible for securing the incident area and collecting the evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Expert Witness in a forensic investigation?

    <p>Offers a formal opinion as a testimony in a court of law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is expected of Forensic Practitioners in terms of certification and licensing?

    <p>They must stay updated with new technologies and undergo routine retesting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of an Attorney in a forensics investigation?

    <p>Gives legal advice about how to carry out the investigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does an Evidence Documenter play in a forensic investigation?

    <p>Gathers information from all people involved in the forensics process and documents it in an orderly fashion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential responsibility of an Evidence Examiner/Investigator?

    <p>Examines evidence acquired and sorts useful evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What language should the final report be written in?

    <p>Local language with no technical jargon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the essential components to be included in the final report for a thorough understanding in court?

    <p>Purpose, incident summary, details of evidence, analysis methods, conclusions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the expert witness avoid doing during trial?

    <p>Questioning the attorney about usual trial procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What questions should the final report be able to answer?

    <p>Who, what, when, where, and how of the evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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