How it works?

The following are some key techniques and tools used in disk forensics:

• Identification and Seizure: The first step is to identify and seize the storage media that may contain relevant digital evidence. This may involve seizing computer systems, hard drives, mobile devices, or any other storage medium.
• Preservation: Once the storage media is seized, it is crucial to preserve the integrity of the data. Forensic professionals create a forensic image or exact copy of the storage media using specialized tools and techniques. This ensures that the original data remains unaltered, and the investigation can be conducted on a duplicate copy.
• Analysis and Recovery: The forensic image is then analyzed to recover and extract relevant data. This may include deleted files, email communications, internet browsing history, system logs, metadata, and other artifacts that can provide insights into user activities and events.
• Data Interpretation: The extracted data is analyzed and interpreted to establish timelines, reconstruct events, identify patterns, and understand the context of the investigation. This may involve correlating data from multiple sources and using forensic tools to reconstruct user activities.
• Reporting and Presentation: The findings and evidence discovered during the disk forensics investigation are documented in a detailed report. This report may be used for legal proceedings, internal investigations, or as evidence in court. Forensic professionals may also present their findings and provide expert testimony if required.

Disk forensics is a specialized field that requires a combination of technical expertise, knowledge of computer systems and storage technologies, understanding of legal procedures, and adherence to strict forensic protocols to maintain the integrity of the evidence.