Confidential Computer Forensics Investigation Report
Case Number: 2023-4567
Date: June 22, 2023
Subject: Computer Forensics Investigation Findings
I. Introduction:
The purpose of this report is to provide an overview of the computer forensics investigation conducted on behalf of our client, Ms. [Client's Name], who was terminated from her employment due to the discovery of inappropriate files on her computer. The objective of the investigation was to determine the origin and access of these files and establish whether Ms. [Client's Name] was involved in their creation or dissemination.
II. Computer Information:
The computer under investigation is a Dell Inspiron laptop, model XYZ123, serial number 7890ABCD. It runs on the Windows 10 operating system and was assigned to Ms. [Client's Name] by her former employer, [Company Name]. The laptop's storage capacity is 500GB, and it is equipped with an Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM.
III. Access and Usage:
During the investigation, it was determined that Ms. [Client's Name] was the primary user of the laptop. The computer was password-protected with her unique login credentials, indicating that she had exclusive access to the system. The investigation did not uncover any evidence of unauthorized access by third parties or multiple user accounts on the laptop.
IV. Forensic Tools and Findings:
Digital Forensic Imaging: A forensic image of the laptop's hard drive was created using the industry-standard forensic tool, EnCase Forensic. The image provided an exact replica of the laptop's data, preserving its integrity for analysis.
Internet History Analysis: The forensic examination of the laptop's web browser history was conducted using specialized software, such as Internet Evidence Finder (IEF). This analysis revealed that Ms. [Client's Name] had not accessed any inappropriate websites or content during the relevant timeframe.
File Metadata Examination: Using the forensic software Autopsy, a comprehensive analysis of file metadata was performed. The investigation determined that the inappropriate files in question were created and modified during hours when Ms. [Client's Name] was not logged into the system, indicating that she was not responsible for their creation.
Deleted File Recovery: Utilizing the tool Recuva, the investigation team conducted a thorough search for any deleted files related to the case. No evidence of deleted files or attempts to conceal inappropriate content was discovered on the laptop.
V. Conclusion:
Based on the findings of the computer forensics investigation, it is evident that Ms. [Client's Name] was not involved in the creation or dissemination of the inappropriate files found on her laptop. The analysis of digital evidence, including internet history, file metadata, and deleted file recovery, supports her claim of innocence.
The investigation did not uncover any evidence of unauthorized access to the laptop, indicating that Ms. [Client's Name] was the sole user of the system. It is recommended that our law firm presents these findings to [Company Name] in defense of our client, highlighting the lack of evidence implicating her in the inappropriate content discovered on her computer.
Please note that this report is confidential and intended for internal use within our law firm.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Computer Forensics Investigator
[Law Firm Name]
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