Forensic Computer
Investigations in Ontario
When investigating a possible compromise of electronic data,
what are the options available to a client when hiring a private investigation
firm? Are there any specific services
the client should seek out? There are
many investigative options available to the public when attempting to select an
appropriate and qualified investigative firm. MKD, with its law enforcement history and its
alliance with qualified forensic computer experts, can provide the necessary
services to ensure a thorough investigation.
What is a Forensic
Analyst?
A qualified and experienced forensic computer investigator,
or forensic analyst, is someone who is trained, certified, and has been deemed
to have the professional capability to forensically examine electronic data on
devices such as hard-drives, cell-phones, tablets, etc. This process can often
deal with data that is damaged due to external issues or internal software
issues due to virus’ and malware. A
computer forensic analysis can also be utilized to test for system
vulnerabilities as an aid to protect sensitive data. MKD and its computer expert associates have
extensive knowledge of hardware, software, networking and encryption
techniques.
Which types of tools are
available to a forensic computer analyst?
Due to the evolution of intended data compromise and theft,
it is imperative that computer forensic analysts remain current in their field
of investigation. Some of the tools that MKD and its associates utilize
include; storage device and data capture, file viewers, file, email, mobile
device and internet analysis, network and database forensics.
Which investigations benefit
from computer forensics?
Professional
computer forensic investigations (CFI) have become an integral part of various
types of investigations. CFI can be beneficial when dealing with matters that
involve Intellectual Property theft, Industrial espionage, Employment disputes,
Fraud investigations, Forgeries, Bankruptcy investigations, Inappropriate email
and internet use in the work place, Regulatory compliance, etc.