Computer Forensics and Cyber Crime: An Introduction

by Britz, Marjie T.

• ISBN13: 9780130907585
• ISBN10: 0130907588
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-01-01
• Publisher: Pearson College Div

Summary

Computer Forensics and Cyber Crime: An Introduction explores the current state of computer crime within the United States. Beginning with the 1970's, this work traces the history of technological crime, and identifies areas ripe for exploitation from technology savvy deviants. This book also evaluates forensic practices and software in light of government legislation, while providing a thorough analysis of emerging case law in a jurisprudential climate. Finally, this book outlines comprehensive guidelines for the development of computer forensic laboratories, the creation of computer crime task forces, and search and seizures of electronic equipment.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Cyberspace and Criminal Behavior

Clarification of Terms

Traditional Problems Associated with Computer Crime

Extent of the Problem

Conclusions

Computer Terminology and History

Computer Language

Network Language

A Brief History of Computers

Realms of the Cyberworld

A Brief History of the Internet

Categorizing Internet Communication

Future Issues and Conclusions

History of Crime and Computer Crime

Introduction

Traditional Problems

Recognizing and Defining Computer Crime

Three Incidents

Contemporary Crimes

Categorizing Computer Crime

Conclusions

Computers As Targets

Computers As Targets

Contaminants and Destruction of Data

Conclusions

Avenues for Prosecution and Government Efforts

Introduction

Traditional Statutes

Evolution of Computer-Specific Statutes

Evolving Child Pornography Statutes

Government Incentives

Law Enforcement Initiatives

International Efforts

Conclusions

Applying the First Amendment to Computer-Related Crime

Introduction and General Principles

Obscenity in General

Traditional Notions of Obscenity

Emerging Statutes and the Availability of Obscene Material to Children

Defining Child Pornography

Applying Case Law to Child Pornography Statutes

Technology-Specific Legislation

Conclusions

The Fourth Amendment

History of the Fourth Amendment

The Expectation of Privacy and Electronic Surveillence

Private vs. Public Searches

Application of Ortega to E-Mail

ECPA and PPA

Conclusions

Computer Forensic Terminology and Computer Investigations

Forensic Computer Science-An Emerging Discipline

Traditional Problems in Computer Investigations

Computer Forensic Science and Disk Structure

Conclusions

Developing Computer Forensic Science Capabilities

Introduction

Traditional Problems Associated with Finding Digital Evidence

Minimum Housing Requirements

Minimum Hardware Requirements

Minimum Software Requirements

Miscellaneous Documentation and Literature

Conclusions

Computer Investigations: Pre-Search Activities

Warrant Preparation and Application

Plan Preparation and Personnel Gathering

Preparing a Toolkit

Conclusions

On-Scene Activities

Approaching and Securing the Crime Scene

Determining the Need for Additional Assistance

Scene Processing

Data Analysis

Document

Establish Forensically-Sterile Conditions

Ensure Legitimacy and Validity of Analysis Tools

Physical Examination

Creation and Verification of Image

Passwords

Logical Examination

Restoration of Files

Listing of Files

Examination of Unallocated Space

Unlocking Files

Examination of User Data Files

Piping of Evidence

Examination of Executable Programs

Returning Equipment

A Word about DOS

Conclusions and Future Issues

Traditional Problems and Recommendations

Future Trends and Emerging Concerns

Conclusions

Bibliography

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