Introduction Deepfakes are synthetic media generated or manipulated using artificial intelligence techniques that can convincingly alter a person’s face, voice, speech, or actions. The term combines “deep learning” and “fake” and generally refers to media created using neural networks capable of synthesizing realistic human appearance and behaviour. Deepfake detection is the scientific and forensic process […]
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Windows 11 Digital Forensic Artefacts
Introduction Microsoft Windows 11 is the latest major desktop operating system developed by Microsoft Corporation. Released in October 2021, Windows 11 introduced a redesigned user interface, enhanced security features, cloud integration, and improvements to system performance. As one of the most widely deployed operating systems in both personal and enterprise environments, Windows 11 is a […]
AI-Generated Evidence in Court: A Digital Forensics Perspective
Introduction Artificial intelligence is increasingly involved in the creation, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of digital evidence. AI-generated evidence refers to material that has been wholly or partially created, modified, enhanced, or interpreted by artificial intelligence systems. Such evidence presents significant opportunities for investigators while simultaneously creating substantial legal and forensic challenges. Courts worldwide are beginning […]
How to Tell if Your Phone Has Been Hacked: A Digital Forensic Perspective
Introduction Modern smartphones contain large amounts of personal, financial and business information. Consequently, they are attractive targets for cybercriminals, malicious applications, remote access malware and account compromise. While genuine smartphone hacking is less common than many people believe, compromised accounts, malicious applications and social engineering attacks occur regularly. From a digital forensic perspective, determining whether […]
Computer Forensics for Solicitors
Digital evidence now plays a critical role in many legal disputes. From emails and documents to internet activity and deleted files, electronic data can provide valuable evidence in civil, criminal, family, and commercial proceedings. As a result, solicitors increasingly rely on computer forensic experts to identify, preserve, analyse, and present digital evidence in a legally […]
