Modern Forensic Tools and Devices

Trends in Criminal Investigation
Herausgegeben:Rawtani, Deepak; Hussain, Chaudhery Mustansar

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Produktbeschreibung

MODERN FORENSIC TOOLS AND DEVICES

The book offers a comprehensive overview of the latest technologies and techniques used in forensic investigations and highlights the potential impact of these advancements on the field.

Technology has played a pivotal role in advancing forensic science over the years, particularly in modern-day criminal investigations. In recent years, significant advancements in forensic tools and devices have enabled investigators to gather and analyze evidence more efficiently than ever. Modern Forensic Tools and Devices: Trends in Criminal Investigation is a comprehensive guide to the latest technologies and techniques used in forensic science.

This book covers a wide range of topics, from computer forensics and personal digital assistants to emerging analytical techniques for forensic samples. A section of the book provides detailed explanations of each technology and its applications in forensic investigations, along with case studies and real-life examples to illustrate their effectiveness.

One critical aspect of this book is its focus on emerging trends in forensic science. The book covers new technologies such as cloud and social media forensics, vehicle forensics, facial recognition and reconstruction, automated fingerprint identification systems, and sensor-based devices for trace evidence, to name a few. Its thoroughly detailed chapters expound upon spectroscopic analytical techniques in forensic science, DNA sequencing, rapid DNA tests, bio-mimetic devices for evidence detection, forensic photography, scanners, microscopes, and recent advancements in forensic tools. The book also provides insights into forensic sampling and sample preparation techniques, which are crucial for ensuring the reliability of forensic evidence. Furthermore, the book explains the importance of proper sampling and the role it plays in the accuracy of forensic analysis.

Audience

The book is an essentialresource for forensic scientists, law enforcement officials, and anyone interested in the advancements in forensic science such as engineers, materials scientists, and device makers.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Wiley & Sons / Wiley-Scrivener
• Artikelnr. des Verlages: 1W119760410
• 1. Auflage
• Seitenzahl: 464
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Juni 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 28mm x 152mm x 229mm
• Gewicht: 720g
• ISBN-13: 9781119760412
• ISBN-10: 1119760410
• Artikelnr.: 59962177

Autorenporträt

Deepak Rawtani, PhD, received his PhD in nanobiotechnology. He has worked for more than 16 years in the fields of molecular medicine and biology. For the last ten years, he has served as an associate professor of forensic nanotechnology at the Institute of Research and Development, Gujarat Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar, India. Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain, PhD, is an Adjunct Professor, Academic Advisor, and Director of Chemistry & EVSc Labs in the Department of Chemistry & Environmental Sciences at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), Newark, New Jersey, USA. His research is focused on analytical chemistry, nanotechnology & advanced materials, sustainability, environmental management, and various industries. Dr. Hussain is the author of numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals as well as a prolific author and editor of several scientific monographs and books in his research fields.

Inhaltsangabe

Preface xix

1 Computer Forensics and Personal Digital Assistants 1
Muhammad Qadeer, Chaudhery Ghazanfer Hussain and Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain

1.1 Introduction 2

1.1.1 Computer and Digital Forensics 2

1.2 Digital Forensics Classification 3

1.3 Digital Evidence 8

1.4 Information Used in Investigation to Find Digital Evidence 8

1.5 Short History of Digital/Computer Forensics 10

1.6 The World of Crimes 12

1.6.1 Cybercrimes vs. Traditional Crimes 12

1.7 Computer Forensics Investigation Steps 15

1.8 Report Generation of Forensic Findings Through Software Tools 17

1.9 Importance of Forensics Report 18

1.10 Guidelines for Report Writing 18

1.11 Objectives of Computer Forensics 19

1.12 Challenges Faced by Computer Forensics 20

References 20

2 Network and Data Analysis Tools for Forensic Science 23
Shrutika Singla, Shruthi Subhash and Amarnath Mishra

2.1 Introduction 23

2.2 Necessity for Data Analysis 25

2.2.1 Operational Troubleshooting 25

2.2.2 Log Monitoring 25

2.2.3 Data Recovery 25

2.2.4 Data Acquisition 25

2.3 Data Analysis Process 26

2.3.1 Acquisition 26

2.3.2 Examination 26

2.3.3 Utilization 26

2.3.4 Review 26

2.4 Network Security and Forensics 26

2.5 Digital Forensic Investigation Process 27

2.5.1 Data Identification 28

2.5.2 Project Planning 28

2.5.3 Data Capture 29

2.5.4 Data Processing 29

2.5.5 Data Analysis 29

2.5.6 Report Generation 29

2.6 Tools for Network and Data Analysis 29

2.6.1 EnCase Forensic Imager Tool 30

2.6.2 Cellebrite UFED 31

2.6.3 FTK Imager Tool 31

2.6.4 Paladin Forensic Suite 32

2.6.5 Digital Forensic Framework (DFF) 32

2.6.6 Forensic Imager Tx 1 32

2.6.7 Tableau TD2U Forensic Duplicator 32

2.6.8 Oxygen Forensics Detective 33

2.6.9 SANS Investigative Forensic Toolkit (SIFT) 33

2.6.10 Win Hex 33

2.6.11 Computer Online Forensic Evidence Extractor (COFEE) 34

2.6.12 WindowsSCOPE Toolkit 34

2.6.13 ProDiscover Forensics 34

2.6.14 Sleuth Kit 35

2.6.15 Caine 35

2.6.16 Magnet RAM Capture 35

2.6.17 X-Ways Forensics 36

2.6.18 WireShark Tool 36

2.6.19 Xplico 36

2.6.20 e-Fensee 36

2.7 Evolution of Network Data Analysis Tools Over the Years 37

2.8 Conclusion 37

References 38

3 Cloud and Social Media Forensics 41
Nilay Mistry and Sureel Vora

3.1 Introduction 42

3.2 Background Study 42

3.2.1 Social Networking Trend Among Users 42

3.2.2 Pros and Cons of Social Networking and Chat Apps 43

3.2.3 Privacy Issues in Social Networking and Chat Apps 44

3.2.4 Usefulness of Personal Information for Law Enforcements 45

3.2.5 Cloud Computing and Social Media Applications 45

3.2.5.1 SaaS Model 45

3.2.5.2 PaaS Model 46

3.2.5.3 IaaS Model 46

3.3 Technical Study 46

3.3.1 User-Agent and Its Working 46

3.3.2 Automated Agents and Their User-Agent String 47

3.3.3 User Agent Spoofing and Sniffing 47

3.3.4 Link Forwarding and Rich Preview 47

3.3.5 WebView and its User Agent 48

3.3.6 HTTP Referrer and Referring Page 48

3.3.7 Application ID 48

3.4 Methodology 49

3.4.1 Testing Environment 49