Computer forensics revision
questions
1. Advise the Kenya Police Forensic Unit on how to ensure proper collection
and preservation of digital evidence during cybercrime investigations.
2. Identify specific technologies and methods that the Kenya Police Forensic
Unit can use to handle digital evidence effectively.
3. Explain why the involvement of the Kenya Police Forensic Unit is critical in
the legal process of prosecuting cybercrimes?
4. What technical challenges do law enforcement agencies face in ensuring
the long-term preservation of digital evidence?
5. How do legal or procedural barriers complicate the Kenya Police Forensic
Unit's ability to preserve evidence?
6. What measures can be implemented to mitigate challenges related to the
rapid evolution of technology in preserving digital evidence?
7. What is the role of forensic imaging in preserving the integrity of evidence
during an investigation?
8. How does forensic imaging ensure a comprehensive analysis of
compromised systems in sensitive cases like a health system breach?
9. Discuss the benefits and limitations of using forensic imaging tools in the
context of large-scale breaches such as financial system investigations.
10.What forensic techniques are used to identify and document the sequence
of events in a system breach?
11.How can timeline reconstruction provide insights into the methods used by
attackers in critical system breach?
12.What challenges do forensic investigators face when reconstructing events
in a highly complex breach scenario?
13.What are the critical elements of an effective chain of custody process for
digital evidence?
14.How does one ensure the integrity of digital evidence throughout its
handling?
15.What improvements could enhance the reliability and effectiveness of the
chain of custody protocols in digital investigations?
16.What key topics should be included in a training module to improve law
enforcement officers' digital forensics skills?
17.How can practical exercises enhance the effectiveness of training
programs for investigating complex cybercrime cases?
18.What lessons from the election system breach investigation are most
valuable for law enforcement officers?
19.How do the various types of digital forensics address different aspects of
cybercrime investigations?
20.Provide case examples to illustrate the application of specific types of
digital forensics.
21.How has the evolution of technology influenced the development of new
branches in digital forensics?
22.What are the key differences between common hashing algorithms like
MD5 and SHA-256 in forensic investigations?
23.How is hashing used to verify the authenticity and integrity of digital
evidence?
24.What challenges might arise during the application of hashing techniques,
and how can they be mitigated?
25.What tools and techniques can be used to acquire data from encrypted
devices?
26.How do investigators address challenges such as password protection
when dealing with encrypted storage?
27.Why is it critical to maintain the integrity of encrypted data during
evidence acquisition?
28.What are the potential consequences of poorly documented forensic
reports in legal proceedings?
29.How can standard templates and guidelines help ensure the accuracy of
forensic documentation?
30.What are the best practices for maintaining clarity and completeness in
forensic reports?
31.What unique challenges and opportunities does network forensics present
compared to other forensic fields?
32.How does network forensics contribute to identifying and mitigating active
cyber threats?
33.What tools and methodologies are commonly used in network forensics
investigations?
34.How do jurisdictional issues affect the investigation of cross-border
computer crimes?
35.What are the limitations of current laws and policies in addressing
emerging cybercrimes?
36.How do resource constraints hinder the effective investigation of computer
crimes?
37.How does the use of process models standardize forensic investigations?
38.Compare the flexibility and complexity of two commonly used forensic
process models.
39.What are the strengths and limitations of relying on rigid forensic models
in real-world cases?
40.How does hashing ensure the integrity of forensic images during analysis?
41.What challenges might arise in proving evidence tampering using imaging
and hashing?
42.How do imaging and hashing complement each other in detecting and
preventing tampering?
43.What are the key features of the Windows file system that assist in
forensic investigations?
44.How can investigators utilize the Windows file system to identify deleted
or hidden files?
45.Why is knowledge of the Windows file system critical for digital forensic
analysts?
46.How do well-defined forensic policies contribute to the success of
investigations?
47.What are the key components of an effective forensic checklist?
48.How can organizations improve adherence to forensic policies and
checklists?
49.How do the tools and methodologies differ between digital and traditional
forensics?
50.What challenges are unique to digital forensics compared to traditional
forensic investigations?
51.How has the rise of cybercrime reshaped forensic investigation practices?
52.What are the strengths and limitations of specific forensic tools like
EnCase and FTK?
53.How do open-source tools compare to commercial tools in forensic
investigations?
54.What factors influence the choice of forensic tools for different cases?
55.How can browser history and cookies be analyzed for forensic evidence?
56.What role do system logs play in tracking internet activity on Windows
systems?
57.How can investigators locate and analyze temporary internet files during
investigations?
58.What documentation processes are essential to maintaining evidence
admissibility in court?
59.How does proper handling of digital evidence prevent claims of tampering
or mishandling?
60.What legal standards must be met for digital evidence to be accepted in
court?
61.How do network logs help investigators trace the origin and impact of
cyberattacks?
62.What challenges arise in collecting and analyzing network logs for forensic
purposes?
63.How can timestamp synchronization improve the reliability of network log
analysis?
64.How do standardized reports enhance the credibility of forensic
investigations?
65.What key elements should be included in a forensic report for
stakeholders?
66.How can poor reporting practices undermine the legal and operational
outcomes of investigations?
67.What patterns in DNS traffic typically indicate compromise or malicious
activity?
68.How can investigators use DNS logs to identify domain spoofing or
phishing attempts?
69.What are the limitations of DNS traffic analysis in detecting sophisticated
cyber threats
