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Insights, tutorials, and news for investigators and forensic professionals.
GPS Spoofing Detection in Digital Images
Learn how to detect fake GPS coordinates in photo EXIF metadata using forensic analysis techniques. Identify spoofing red flags, cross-reference with cell tower data, and verify location claims in investigations.
12 min readExtracting Timestamps from Log Files: Best Practices
Master log file timestamp extraction for DFIR. Decode syslog, Windows Event Logs, Apache logs, and Unix epoch formats. Normalize timezones for accurate timeline reconstruction in digital investigations.
11 min readDetecting Photo Manipulation Using EXIF Metadata
Discover how to authenticate digital photos by analyzing EXIF metadata. Detect edit software signatures, timestamp conflicts, XMP history, and GPS anomalies that reveal image manipulation.
13 min readDecoding Windows FILETIME Timestamps in Forensic Analysis
Comprehensive guide to Windows FILETIME format used in registry, NTFS, Prefetch, and ShimCache artifacts. Learn to decode 100-nanosecond intervals since 1601 for accurate timeline reconstruction.
10 min readHow to Verify Digital Evidence Integrity with Hash Values
Step-by-step guide to using cryptographic hash functions (MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-512) for evidence authentication. Learn when to use each algorithm and how to document hash verification for court.
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Forensic Witness - Send File Request
Introducing Forensic Witness - a new feature that allows investigators to securely request files from witnesses and third parties directly through Forensic Notes.
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AI - Voice to Text: Transform Your Investigation Workflow
Our new Voice-to-Text AI feature lets you transcribe audio recordings directly into your investigation notes, saving hours of manual transcription work.
6 min readHow to Become a Digital Forensics Professional
A comprehensive guide to building a career in digital forensics, including education requirements, certifications, and career paths.
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How to Become a Forensic Video Analyst
Learn what it takes to become a forensic video analyst, including the skills, training, and tools needed to succeed in this growing field.
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Professional Writing Skills in Law Enforcement
Why professional writing skills are essential for law enforcement officers, and how to improve your report writing and note-taking abilities.
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New Features: Contacts & Entity Management
Track subjects, witnesses, and other contacts associated with your investigations. Link entities to cases and notes for complete traceability.
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Expert Witness Testimony: A Comprehensive Interview Guide
An in-depth interview exploring the role of expert witnesses in court proceedings, how to prepare for testimony, and best practices for presenting technical evidence.
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Contemporaneous Notes: Why They Matter in Investigations
Understanding the importance of contemporaneous notes in legal proceedings and how digital tools can help maintain the integrity of your notes.
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ISO 17025 - Is It Right for Digital Forensics?
Exploring the pros and cons of ISO 17025 accreditation for digital forensics laboratories, and whether it's the right standard for your organization.
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OSINT Tools: Capturing Evidence & Notetaking Best Practices
A guide to OSINT investigation tools and best practices for capturing and documenting digital evidence during open-source intelligence investigations.
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MS Word and OneNote - NEVER Use for Investigation Notes
Why Microsoft Word and OneNote are fundamentally unsuitable for investigation notes, and what you should use instead to protect your evidence.
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