Digital forensics
nounverified· unreviewed·updated Aug 30, 2026
The application of science to the identification, collection, examination, and analysis of data while preserving the integrity of the information and maintaining a strict chain of custody for the data.
Framework senses
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- The processes and specialized techniques for gathering, retaining, and analyzing system-related data (digital evidence) for investigative purposes.
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- The process of identifying, preserving, analyzing and presenting digital evidence in a manner that is legally acceptable in any legal proceedings
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- The application of science to the identification, collection, examination, and analysis of data while preserving the integrity of the information and maintaining a strict chain of custody for the data.
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- The application of science to the identification, collection, examination, and analysis of data while preserving the integrity of the information and maintaining a strict chain of custody for the data.
- §1 · legacy_primary
- The application of science to the identification, collection, examination, and analysis of data while preserving the integrity of the information and maintaining a strict chain of custody for the data.DR-088 backfill from the noun definition column