Digital forensics

nouncandidate·updated May 12, 2026

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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.

Framework senses

4 senses across 4 frameworks

National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS) Cybersecurity Lexicon1 senseview framework →

§1 · extended_definition_available: The processes and specialized techniques for gathering, retaining, and analyzing system-related data (digital evidence) for investigative purposes.

ISACA Cybersecurity Glossary1 senseview framework →

§1: The process of identifying, preserving, analyzing and presenting digital evidence in a manner that is legally acceptable in any legal proceedings

NISTIR 7298: Glossary of Key Information Security Terms, Revision 21 senseview framework →

§1: 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.

NIST SP 800-861 senseview framework →

§1: 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.