Computer Forensics: An Essential Guide for Accountants, Lawyers, and Managers

Acknowledgments.

1 A Definition of Computer Forensics.

Introduction.

Forensic Science.

History of Computer Forensics.

World Wide Web.

Hacker Community.

Conclusion.

Notes.

Suggested Reading.

2 Basics of Computer Forensic Concepts.

Introduction.

Understanding Digital Evidence.

Input.

Storage.

Processing.

What Computer Data Is.

Output.

Conclusion.

Notes.

Suggested Reading.

3 Preservation and Collection of Digital Evidence.

Introduction.

Rules of Evidence.

Preservation.

Collection.

Conclusion.

Note.

Suggested Reading.

4 Analysis of Digital Evidence.

Introduction.

Forensic Analysis.

Conclusion.

Notes.

Suggested Reading.

5 Reporting and Rendering the Opinion.

Introduction.

Preparing the Report.

Presentation.

Trial Process.

Conclusion.

Suggested Reading.

6 Computer Attacks.

Hackers and Phreakz Oh My.

Hackers: Unauthorized Use and Trespassing.

Wireless Hacking.

Malware.

Attacks from the Inside.

Conclusion.

Notes.

Suggested Reading.

7 Computers as Tools for Evil.

Introduction.

Computers and Crime.

Identity Theft.

Concealment.

Auction Fraud and Retail Cons.

Counterfeiting and Forgery.

Prostitution.

Securities Fraud.

Conclusion.

Notes.

8 Computer Tools and the Forensic Examination.

Introduction.

Assuming Control of the Case.

Understanding the Case.

Evaluating the Evidence.

Examining the "Live" System.

Collecting Data from a Dead System.

Imaging the Drive.

Data Extraction.

Data Analysis.

Conclusion.

Notes.

9 Presenting Digital Evidence in Court.

Introduction.

Evidence.

Types of Evidence.

Expert Witnesses.

Legal Requirements of Evidence.

Search and Seizure.

Conclusion.

Notes.

Index.