Advances in Digital Forensics XV

This volume explores original research and innovative applications in digital forensics, addressing key technical and legal issues. It includes insights from the Fifteenth Annual IFIP WG 11.9 International Conference.

Advances in Digital Forensics XV explores the evolving field of digital forensics, which encompasses the acquisition, preservation, examination, analysis, and presentation of electronic evidence. As technology advances, the scope of digital forensics has expanded significantly, now encompassing computer networks, cloud computing, smartphones, embedded devices, and the Internet of Things. This shift reflects the reality that nearly every crime today involves some form of digital evidence, making the techniques and tools of digital forensics essential in legal contexts. Additionally, the discipline plays a crucial role in cybersecurity, where investigations into security breaches can inform the development of more robust systems.

This volume presents original research findings and innovative applications within the realm of digital forensics. It addresses key technical and legal challenges associated with digital evidence and electronic crime investigations. Topics covered include forensic models, mobile and embedded device forensics, filesystem forensics, image forensics, and various forensic techniques. Each of these areas contributes to a deeper understanding of how digital evidence can be effectively utilized in both investigative and legal settings.

As the fifteenth installment in the annual series produced by the International Federation for Information Processing (IFIP) Working Group 11.9 on Digital Forensics, this book compiles fourteen edited papers from the Fifteenth Annual IFIP WG 11.9 International Conference on Digital Forensics, which took place in Orlando, Florida, in 2019. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers, educators, and practitioners engaged in law enforcement and intelligence work, offering insights that advance the practice and research of digital forensics.