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Sybil Mayard — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:30:43 +0000

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ADF Solutions has created short "how-to" videos which are designed to teach key concepts in short, easy-to-learn formats. If you are new to ADF Software and would like a personal demo of any of our products, please request a demo and we'll be delighted to walk you through our software and discuss how we speed digital forensics investigations and help reduce forensic backlogs. These free videos are created and frequently updated by our digital forensic specialists and trainers that come to us with experience in investigations and law enforcement.

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Obtaining Your ADF Evaluation License

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How Does Forensic Software Assist with Incident Response?

ADF Solutions — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Disaster recovery is an organization’s structured plan for its response to major catastrophes. These may range from natural disasters to cyber-attacks and equipment failure. In this digital era businesses, law enforcement, government agencies, and citizens increasingly rely on technology making them vulnerable to significant losses. It has become a necessity to have plans and actions in place for rapid incident response. Digital forensic software is a crucial tool used by forensic investigators to conduct evidence collection rapidly. It assists in minimizing the time victims are affected by the disaster.

DEI PRO: An Investigative Case Study Example

Investigator Wallace was called to an emergency at a large urban hospital. The patient system had been compromised and they needed her assistance in understanding what occurred and how to recover the data. The hospital feared a possible cyberattack because of previous threats from a disgruntled employee, Mark. Wallace grabbed her Digital Evidence Investigator PRO (DEI PRO) kit in its portable travel case equipped with:

A software authentication key,
One 500GB SSD collection drive
USB cables for iOS and Android
One 4-port USB Hub.

Upon arriving at the hospital Investigator Wallace met the CIO and the hospital’s security director, John, who provided an overview of the incident. Employees were unable to access patient records, jeopardizing life-saving patient care. Investigator Wallace immediately began data triage with her digital forensic tools. Using her DEI PRO kit she connected her target device to begin her evidence collection.

With the help of DEI PRO, investigator Wallace was able to perform rapid targeted searches for files and artifacts that could point to any correspondence, staff activity, images, files, history, and more. Investigator Wallace not only scanned the computers Mark was suspected of using but also scanned the mobile devices of coworkers in their department. She obtained screenshots of his angered remarks against the hospital.

After a rapid and thorough evidence collection, DEI PRO conducted a timeline analysis and presented the evidence in a timeline view tying users to files and artifacts. Investigator Wallace was able to identify how the attack was conducted and confirm Mark was involved in the attack. DEI PRO provided her with thorough reporting capabilities showing precise files and artifacts relevant to the case that she could present in a table or list.

Benefits of Digital Forensic Tools in Incident Response and Recovery

Being prepared with the right digital forensic tools for incident response and disaster recovery allows for…

Rapid Incident Response: When an incident or data breach occurs, time is of the essence to counteract data loss within the affected systems. The longer it takes to identify, contain, and mitigate the issue, the greater the potential damage to the organization. Digital forensic software expedites incident response for data breach investigations by providing real-time analysis. These tools help security teams quickly find where the breach came from and stop more harm from happening.
Comprehensive Data Collection: Digital forensic software excels in collecting and preserving digital evidence. This ensures that all evidence is admissible in legal proceedings. The software collects data from different places like computers, phones, and storage devices to find evidence of the breach. Analysts can perform forensic analysis against the collected evidence from there.
Proactive Threat Hunting: Digital forensic software extends beyond post-incident analysis. Forensic tools help organizations find weaknesses and threats before they cause problems. This can prevent breaches and save valuable resources by mitigating risks before they escalate into new cyber attacks and security breaches.
Disaster Recovery: Companies often associate digital forensic software with incident response, but they also extend its benefits to disaster recovery. In the aftermath of a breach or catastrophic event, organizations must restore their systems and data efficiently. Digital forensic tools assist in this process by helping organizations identify compromised assets, assess the extent of the damage, and prioritize recovery efforts.

ADF’s DEI PRO allowed investigator Wallace to rapidly collect, analyze, and report on the digital evidence. Leveraging digital forensic software is a proactive and strategic move for incident response and disaster recovery. Forensic tools offer rapid response capabilities, comprehensive data collection, in-depth analysis, reporting, and more.

The role of digital forensic software in incident response is a powerful testament to how organizations and governments can prepare for unforeseen challenges. In our rapidly changing technological world, given the lessons learned, utilizing digital forensic solutions isn’t just a smart move; it’s a proactive commitment to safeguarding our digital assets. Digital forensic software offers a wide range of benefits, from its quick response to incidents to its thorough data collection and analysis capabilities.

In essence, the message is clear: digital forensic software isn’t just a tool; it’s a vital resource for modern entities to secure their digital realm.

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US-UK Alliance Takes a Stand Against AI-Generated Child Abuse Images

ADF Solutions — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000

A recent news story has highlighted the recent collaboration between the UK and the US to combat the surge in AI-generated child sexual abuse images. A joint commitment was established by Home Secretary Suella Braverman and US Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to foster a global approach to child exploitation images.

ADF Solutions is a global cyber forensics leader providing digital forensics software tools. The purpose of our response is to inform our readers about the role digital forensics plays in helping these government agencies achieve their goals against images of child abuse. As partners of Suspect Technologies and Project VIC ADF works tirelessly to ensure that law enforcement and other government entities have the digital forensic software and tools to rescue children from online child sexual abuse.

Acknowledging the proliferation of AI-generated child abuse images, the Home Secretary emphasized the urgent need for collaboration to combat offenders and the obstruction of law enforcement efforts in identifying real victims.

The rise of AI-generated imagery not only perpetuates the normalization of these despicable acts but also poses significant challenges in tracking and bringing offenders to justice. Images depicting appalling child abuse, including infants and toddlers. Manuals have been generated to guide offenders in refining their prompts and manipulating AI for more realistic results and the ability to remove clothing.

Digital Forensics: Empowering Law Enforcement in the Fight Against Child Exploitation

In the context of combating child sexual abuse images, digital forensics is necessary for the justice and protection of the most vulnerable in our society. One of the primary roles of digital forensics is the extraction and analysis of digital evidence from various devices, including computers, smartphones, hard drives, and online platforms. Investigators use specialized techniques to retrieve deleted files, examine metadata, and trace the origins of illicit content, providing crucial evidence for legal proceedings.

Digital forensics also plays a pivotal role in victim identification and rescue efforts. Through analysis, forensic investigators work to identify victims in abusive imagery, facilitating their rescue and providing necessary support and assistance.

The challenges lie in the advancements in technology and legislation. Ethical considerations, privacy concerns, and the evolving nature of digital platforms pose challenges. The risks associated with AI technology demand collaboration between tech leaders and experts to develop the techniques needed to identify types of child exploitation.

The news article of the US and UK committing to the development and funding of new capabilities to stop the spread of AI-generated images of children is a sign of the movement forward. The decision to fund the development of new tools shows the recognition of the complexity and gravity of child abuse content. Investing in resources and expertise to combat the misuse of AI technology is a proactive approach.

The role of police in safeguarding children requires the help of larger and more powerful entities. New digital forensic software and technology could assist law enforcement agencies in conducting rapid investigations and saving victims.

ADF Solutions’ Software:

Digital Media Investigators throughout the United Kingdom rely on the Child Abuse Image Database (CAID) in their digital investigations involving child sexual abuse images. CAID works by bringing together all of the images that both the police and the National Crime Agency encounter and uses their unique identifiers (hashes) and metadata to improve investigations.

ADF Solutions’ digital forensic software supports collaboration in cases of child sexual abuse images in the UK…

ADF software collects and analyzes hash data such as that CAID provides to create readily made reports for prosecutors to assist in child exploitation cases. ADF Software works with CAID hashes to triage on-site.
ADF Partner: Suspect Technologies brings an additional power of analysis to ADF’s suite of triage and digital forensic software to support face recognition for age detection which is used to help speed child exploitation investigations.
ADF Partner: Project VIC is a coalition of law enforcement and private sector partners transforming the approach to child exploitation investigations.Using ADF software, media files collected either on-site or in the lab from suspect computers, storage devices, drive images, etc., can be easily exported into a Project VIC compatible (VICS) output and imported as JSON into the Griffeye Analyze platform – functionality that further helps law enforcement agencies identify and rescue children from sexual abuse.

ADF’s tools such as the Digital Evidence Investigator PRO use artificial intelligence and machine learning to to filter through child sexual abuse images and videos found on mobiles or computer devices at a faster rate. AI in digital forensics can be tailored to identify images containing adults, children, infants, and toddlers.

ADF’s reach is global and in the US and it provides digital forensic image recognition and classification software that makes it easier for law enforcement to investigate images and videos of child sexual exploitation.

ADF digital forensic software collects and analyzes CAID hashset data to make it easier for law enforcement and Forensic Examiners to analyze matches and create court-ready reports for prosecutors to assist in child exploitation cases. The ability to leverage artificial intelligence, CAID hashset data, and facial recognition makes ADF software the perfect tool for UK law enforcement.

AI Controversy: Balancing Benefits and Risks in an Evolving Landscape

Artificial intelligence has caused a lot of controversy. Some may argue that AI technologies have provided more benefits than risks. There are differing opinions about the impact of AI on our lives. They argue that AI technologies have brought about numerous benefits to various fields and industries, or that AI has become a pivotal driving force behind progress and innovation.

For those involved in the protection of children such as the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) the risks are greater and impacting platforms such as social media. They point out that AI has significantly allowed the proliferation of harmful content. The debate around AI remains dynamic, with contrasting opinions shaping discussions about its influence on society. Advocates for child protection and similar causes highlight the severe risks associated with the misuse and exploitation of AI technologies.

Combating AI-Generated Child Abuse Imagery through Collaboration and Innovation

The rise in AI-generated child abuse imagery not only normalizes these acts but poses challenges to law enforcement. Manual guidelines enabling offenders to manipulate AI, including the capacity to remove clothing in images, only support these concerns. However, the complexities in technology and legislation require collaborative efforts to counter such risks.

The commitment by the US and UK to develop and fund capabilities for countering AI-generated images is a crucial step towards progress. The decision to allocate resources highlights the acknowledgment of the severity of child abuse content and signifies a proactive approach to addressing this issue.

ADF Solutions’ software, in collaboration with entities like CAID, Suspect Technologies, and Project VIC, bolsters the fight against child exploitation. By using AI-powered tools, our software expedites the identification and categorization of child abuse imagery, aiding law enforcement in investigations and court proceedings.

The commitment of the US and UK governments, along with the unwavering dedication of ADF Solutions in providing advanced digital forensic tools, signifies a collective stride towards combating the proliferation of AI-generated child abuse images.

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How ADF Supports Wildlife Trafficking Investigations in Africa

ADF Solutions — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Wildlife trafficking involves capturing, transporting, and selling endangered or protected species and their parts, such as ivory, rhino horn, pangolins, big cats, and exotic birds. The illegal wildlife trade (IWT), valued at $7-23 billion annually, poses one of the most urgent threats to African wildlife^[1]. Wildlife trafficking has severe consequences for Africa’s biodiversity and ecosystems. It can lead to species depletion, disrupt ecosystems, and contribute to biodiversity loss. Additionally, it often involves organized criminal networks, which can have broader negative impacts on security and governance in affected regions.

The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) is a leading international conservation organization that has worked to protect Africa’s iconic wildlife and their habitats for over 60 years. AWF was founded in 1961 with a mission to focus on Africa’s conservation needs. They articulate a uniquely African vision, bridge science, and public policy, and demonstrate the benefits of conservation to ensure the survival of the continent’s wildlife and their habitats.

Digital Forensic Tools Supporting AWF’s Wildlife Trafficking Investigations

ADF Solutions has established a partnership with The African Wildlife Foundation. Their support provides AWF with the necessary digital forensic tools needed to combat wildlife trafficking efficiently. ADF Software’s innovative features give the AWF the power they need to accomplish their mission.

Out-of-the-box and Custom Search Profiles: Out-of-the-box Search Profiles ship with ADF digital forensic software. With these ready-to-use profiles, investigators can perform rapid searches for files, artifacts, and relevant digital evidence. These pre-configured profiles are meticulously designed to streamline the investigative process by providing investigators with a head start. Instead, these profiles come readily equipped with predefined settings, search criteria, and filters that align with their mission objectives. Investigators also have the power to create custom search profiles to tailor their results further.

Digital Forensic Image Recognition and Classification: ADF’s image classification uses artificial intelligence and is trained to recognize a variety of visual classes relevant to its users. These classes included but are not limited to currency, people, portraits, scanned documents, vehicles, and weapons. The AI-driven software rapidly scans through the visual data, instantly recognizing patterns and classifying them into relevant categories. Investigators quickly recognize and categorize images, reduce the “noise,” and focus their investigation. Image classification gives investigators the ability to find exactly what they need, whether it be photos of weapons used for hunting wildlife or a photo of endangered species.

Screenshot and Screen Recording Capabilities: Screen recordings and screenshots are great for mobile triage and act as visual evidence that can clearly represent the activities and content on an iOS or Android device. Screenshots capture text messages, social media posts, contacts, installed apps, and other digital content that may be important in a case. Screenshots and screen recordings are especially useful when investigators have to collect data from a suspect or victim’s phone rapidly. Investigators can obtain messages of a sale or photos of wildlife without having to conduct a full acquisition, saving time and resources.

ADF’s Digital Evidence Investigator PRO Field Tablet is the perfect tool for all-in-one digital forensic triage solution for collecting digital evidence in cybercrime. It is built on a built on rugged and reliable Dell Latitude, making it perfect for use in the field by AWF investigators.

In a scenario where AWF investigators are in the field with potential wildlife trafficking suspects, they can rely on the DEI PRO Field Tablet to obtain the evidence they need. Live Preview Mode allows them to access content immediately without waiting for a backup or imaging to finish. The DEI PRO Field Tablet can scan iOS, Android, Mac, Linux, and Windows devices, quickly collect digital evidence, and analyze it in a timeline view to tie the user to files and artifacts.

In this partnership between ADF Solutions and the African Wildlife Foundation, technology meets conservation in a game-changing alliance. Together, they strive to protect Africa’s magnificent wildlife from the devastating grip of wildlife trafficking, ensuring that future generations can witness the beauty and wonder of Africa’s natural heritage. Through their collaboration, they work tirelessly to conserve not only Africa’s biodiversity but also the security and prosperity of this remarkable continent.

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Exterro and ADF Solutions Announce Global Strategic Partnership

ADF Solutions — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Exterro Inc., (“Exterro”), the developer of FTK® solutions, the preferred choice of forensic investigations and the leading provider of Legal GRC software specifically designed for in-house legal, privacy, and IT teams at Global 2000 and AmLaw 200 organizations, and ADF Solutions, Inc. (“ADF Solutions”), the creator of rapid mobile evidence acquisition tools that automate the targeted collection of smartphone data for litigation, compliance, and investigation purposes, announced today a strategic technology partnership. With this partnership, Exterro customers will now have access to ADF Solutions’ mobile device collection software, providing Exterro customers with the ability to preview, screenshot, screen record, and collect digital data stored on Apple iOS and Android smartphones in minutes.

This groundbreaking collaboration enables Exterro customers to effectively address the many difficulties associated with smartphone data collection and compliance, leveraging ADF Solutions’ Mobile Device Collector solution. Data collected from iOS and Android devices using ADF Solutions tools can be imported into Exterro’s E-Discovery and FTK® investigative solutions, including Exterro Legal Hold, Exterro E-Discovery Data Management, Exterro Review and Exterro FTK® Enterprise, offering one-of-its-kind data review for our joint customers.

“Working with Exterro, ADF has further streamlined our e-discovery mobile device collection capabilities to make it even easier for Exterro customers to acquire smartphone data at first touch of the device,” said Bret Peters, CEO of ADF Solutions. “The combined capabilities of Exterro and ADF Solutions make it possible for even the most non-technical lawyers or investigators to collect smartphone data quickly while also capturing and preserving data from encrypted messaging apps, which would otherwise be unobtainable from other traditional forensic tools.”

“Organizations need to manage their data, regardless of whether it resides on internal networks or computers, in the cloud or on mobile devices. Integrating with ADF Solutions’ market-leading digital forensic and data collection technology ensures that our customers maintain control of their data and can derive greater insights, ensure compliance, and minimize risk through the ability to review computer, mobile, and cloud data together in one platform,” said David Petty, Vice President, Partnerships and Channel, Exterro.

This revolutionary solution from Exterro and ADF Solutions leverages best-of-breed technology designed to speed data collection at the edge and make it easy for Exterro customers to quickly preview, screenshot, and screen record evidence in addition to a traditional backup. Together, the companies will give customers consistently faster access to the facts of a matter on a cost-predictable basis.

About Exterro

Exterro empowers legal teams to proactively and defensibly manage their Legal Governance, Risk, and Compliance (Legal GRC) requirements. Our Legal GRC software is the only comprehensive platform that automates the complex interconnections of privacy, legal operations, digital investigations, cybersecurity response, compliance, and information governance. Thousands of legal teams around the world in corporations, law firms, government, and law enforcement agencies trust our integrated Legal GRC platform to manage their risks and drive successful outcomes at a lower cost. For more information, visit exterro.com.

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Maximizing Your Digital Forensics Budget: Year-End Federal Funding

ADF Solutions — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Digital forensics has become an indispensable tool for government agencies. As technology advances rapidly, the need for robust digital forensic solutions has become more critical than ever. However, one of an organizations’ biggest challenges is maximizing their digital forensics budget to keep pace with evolving threats using the latest tools and techniques.

With most criminal activities and cybersecurity threats leaving behind a digital footprint, digital forensics provides the means to investigate and solve complex cases, recover evidence, and prevent future incidents. Digital forensics enables government agencies to uncover valuable insights from digital devices, networks, and online platforms.

With year-end federal government funding, agencies have a unique opportunity to invest in cutting-edge digital forensic solutions, such as those offered by ADF. This blog post will explore the potential of ADF Solutions and discuss how you can make the most of your digital forensics budget.

The Power of ADF Solutions

ADF is a leading provider of digital forensic solutions designed to streamline investigations, enhance efficiency with on-scene triage, and enable investigators to extract critical information from various digital sources. By leveraging ADF tools, investigators can analyze and recover data from computers and mobile devices. These solutions offer comprehensive features, including rapid triage, live forensics, advanced searching capabilities, and reporting functionalities.

ADF’s key features and capabilities that offer cost-effective solutions include…

Enhanced Efficiency: ADF tools streamline the digital forensics process, enabling investigators to extract, analyze, and report on critical evidence more efficiently. With ADF digital forensic software tools, it’s possible to scan multiple devices simultaneously and have them as part of one scan. Once investigators arrive on the scene they can easily extract data by connecting the suspect device via a USB port.

Investigators may start scanning a device with ADF’s forensic software using predefined or customized search profiles. With these profiles, data about the case type will be collected through an automated process. If needed, investigators can benefit from scanning multiple devices at once. ADF tools will complete the scan of a suspect device a shareable report is created. By providing a seamless and automated process, ADF assists investigators in conducting their investigation from start to finish without interrupting the process.

Advanced-Data Recovery: With ADF solutions, investigators can recover deleted or hidden data, and reconstruct fragmented files, increasing the chances of finding crucial evidence.

Rapid Triage: ADF solutions offer rapid triage capabilities, allowing investigators to quickly assess the relevance of digital evidence and prioritize their efforts accordingly. Built-in and custom search profiles, also known as SearchPacks, are out-of-the-box Search Profiles that ship with ADF digital forensic software that empower investigators to perform rapid searches for files, artifacts, and relevant digital evidence.

The instant mobile preview gives investigators control over their investigation, as the file collection sequence adapts based on the user interactions. In ADF Mobile Preview capabilities, you can look at phone content immediately without waiting for a backup or imaging to finish.

Robust Reporting: ADF tools provide comprehensive reporting functionalities, enabling investigators to present their findings clearly and concisely. Flexible reporting allows you to solve your case the same day and share results for free with other investigators, management, or prosecutors.

Adaptability and Scalability: ADF solutions are designed to adapt to evolving digital environments and can scale to handle large volumes of data, ensuring that your digital forensics capabilities remain effective as technology advances. From devices for local police departments and federal agencies to military personnel, products such as the Triage-G2 PRO, the industry’s leading media exploitation tool, can be deployed by special forces, military, and intelligence agencies worldwide.

Leveraging Year-End Federal Government Funding

Year-end federal government funding presents an excellent opportunity for agencies and organizations to upgrade their digital forensics capabilities. Here are a few key strategies to consider:

Conduct a Needs Assessment: Evaluate your organization’s specific requirements. Identify the gaps in your current digital forensics capabilities and determine how ADF solutions can address those needs.

Gather Research: Explore the range of ADF solutions available and assess their compatibility with your existing infrastructure. Consider factors such as ease of use, scalability, and integration capabilities to make an informed decision.

Collaborate with ADF Experts: Engage with ADF experts who can provide insights and guidance tailored to your organization’s needs. By working closely with the team, you can better understand the capabilities and potential applications of ADF solutions.

Plan for Training and Support: Alongside purchasing ADF solutions, your team can receive certified, self-paced online training. ADF Certified User Training is designed to help investigators and examiners quickly learn and master ADF Solutions’ digital forensic and triage software. The training is designed for both technical and non-technical students to prepare you with the knowledge and skills you need to use ADF software tools on-scene, in the field, or in the forensic lab.

Maximizing your digital forensics budget can be a challenging task, but with year-end federal government funding, organizations have a unique opportunity to invest in cutting-edge ADF solutions that can significantly enhance their investigative capabilities. By understanding the importance of digital forensics, exploring the power of ADF solutions, and following strategic steps for utilizing federal funding, agencies and organizations can unleash the full potential of their digital forensic efforts.

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How ADF Solutions Can Speed Investigations for OIGS

ADF Solutions — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) is an independent oversight agency within the federal government. Its primary function is to investigate and audit the operations of other federal agencies to ensure that they are operating efficiently, effectively, and in compliance with the law.

The OIG has jurisdiction over a wide range of federal agencies, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Department of Homeland Security. The agency is authorized to conduct audits, investigations, and inspections to identify and prevent waste, fraud, abuse, misconduct, and mismanagement within these agencies.

The OIG also provides recommendations to agency officials on how to improve their operations and prevent future problems. They play a critical role in promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity within the federal government. They have the authority to make recommendations for improving agency operations or for taking corrective action in cases where misconduct has been identified.

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) faces several challenges in its mission to provide independent oversight of government agencies and programs. One of the biggest challenges is the need for more resources. The OIG is often understaffed and underfunded, which can make it difficult to conduct thorough investigations [1]. Budgetary constraints may cause the OIG to prioritize investigations, which means that some areas may not receive as much attention as others.

The OIG must also stay up-to-date with constantly evolving technology and new methods of fraud and abuse. This requires ongoing training and education for staff members and the development of new tools and techniques for detecting and preventing fraud.

The Office of Inspector General needs a solution that can speed its digital evidence investigations. The right digital forensic software can improve processing, efficiency, and productivity. ADF Solutions provides powerful digital forensic software tools to speed OIG’s investigations.

What is ADF Solutions?

ADF is the leading provider of digital forensic, triage, and media exploitation software with tools built for speed, scalability, ease of use, and relevant results. ADF software quickly previews, processes, and analyzes smartphones, computers, external drives, drive images, and other media storage (USB flash drives, memory cards, etc.). ADF software has a proven track record of reducing forensic backlogs, streamlining digital investigations, and providing rapid access to digital evidence and intelligence.

ADF’s comprehensive investigation platform provides…

Instant mobile preview. Agents can benefit from instant access to mobile evidence. They no longer need to wait for backups to be completed. Capture and organize screenshots of connected mobile devices while navigating with automatic processing to extract and index text for search, annotation, and reporting.
Screenshot with OCR. Agents have access to all types of apps by navigating as the user and capturing relevant evidence.
Live & boot for computers. Agents may use a forensic machine or the target machine to collect evidence fast in the field or the lab.
Automated evidence alerts. Powerful Search Profiles filter results to highlight evidence relevant to your case across keywords, images, videos, etc.
Analysis and reporting. Full analysis for rapid decisions or deep case analysis. Share comprehensive or sanitized reports with prosecutors.

Speed Up Investigations

ADF’S Digital Evidence Investigator PRO conducts advanced logical acquisition of iOS/Android data up to 4GB per minute. DEI PRO is an automated digital forensic tool for iOS, Android, Mac, Linux, and Windows. It is built for speed, scalability, and ease of use for front-line investigators who need results now.

DEI PRO can further speed up your agent’s investigation by providing out-of-the-box Search Profiles or SearchPacks. These Search Profiles are a combination of Artifacts and File Captures. They collect files based on properties, hashes, or keywords and automate artifact extraction, and record presentations for analysis. By preparing pre-defined Search Profiles on Collection Keys your agents can be ready to gather specific digital evidence they need related to their investigation.

With budgetary constraints that affect OIG personnel and resources, being able to conduct evidence collection quickly and efficiently is a priority. Less time is spent sorting through data that is not of use for their case. Instead, agents will be armed with Collection Keys that are ready to collect relevant information when connected to a target device. Collection Keys with Search Profiles can be utilized with ADF’s default base profiles, or edited, customized, or created to suit OIG’s operational needs.

When it comes to speeding up investigations on mobile devices ADF’S DEI PRO can equip your agents with instant access with Mobile Preview and Mobile Screenshot capability before having to acquire the data. This saves time and agents can make decisions upfront, then an advanced logical acquisition can be obtained and the data extracted and parsed.

“ADF is an incredibly easy-to-use forensic software that allows us the ability to collect actionable intelligence in the field. Additionally, ADF has significantly reduced the time it takes to complete our forensic caseload by over 80%; Not only saving time but more importantly, saving lives.” – Stephen Komorek, API Consulting Group

Including ADF’S DEI PRO digital forensic software in the Offices of Inspector General not only reduces investigation time and increases productivity but there are also cost savings. Agents and auditors will require fewer resources and less processing time. Digital evidence will be collected, analyzed, and reported on all within this single professional forensic Kit. Agents and auditors can share scan results and view the information in a table or list.

Speed up your Office of Inspector General’s investigations to continue promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity within the federal government.

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ICAC Task Force: How Digital Forensics Uncover Human Trafficking

David Colvin — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The ICAC Task Force program was started in 1998 by the U.S. Department of Justice to help law enforcement agencies learn how to investigate, prevent, and combat Internet Crimes Against Children or ICAC. It was developed due to the increasing number of children and teens using the internet and technology, the availability of child sexual abuse images online, and the heightened online activity of predators seeking contact with underaged victims.

ICAC comprises 61 task forces representing over 5,400 federal, state, and local law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies. In 2020 more than 21.7 million reports of suspected child sexual exploitation were made to National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) CyberTipline [1]. There has been a rise in reports of online enticement to the CyberTipline. In the year 2020, the rate of online incidents increased by 95.7% compared to the previous year [1].

Online enticement occurs when an individual attempts contact with a child via the internet to commit a sexual offense or abduction. This often occurs across various platforms, including social media, messaging apps, gaming platforms, etc. Actions such as grooming for sexually explicit images or in-person meetings, sexual conversations, or selling child sexual abuse materials (CSAM) are common [1]. Children are lured into these different forms of child pornography and can often be exploited by predators for monetary gains.

As human trafficking continues to invade online platforms government and law enforcement agencies find it necessary to apply digital forensics to their investigations. There are several advances that have been made in digital forensics that aid investigators in speeding up the process of human trafficking investigations.

Investigators have been able to leverage automated technology to speed their investigations. Automated digital forensic software gives users the ability to collect vast amounts of data in a shorter time frame. The data can also be sorted automatically according to tailored preferences. Investigators can focus their search based on their current case, generating actionable digital evidence. With digital forensic software, investigators can also obtain data from electronic devices. This can include images and videos, emails, contacts, messages, browser histories, and more.

The ability for investigators to access a variety of information from mobile devices makes it harder for offenders involved in human trafficking to hide CSAM. Previewing abilities such as instant mobile preview allows investigators to quickly view content on devices and decide which ones contain important digital evidence to be further investigated. With previewing investigators can ensure they are focusing on mobile devices with relevant information.

Improved features such as facial analytics detect infants, toddlers, children, and adults in images. Facial analytics speeds up investigations by sorting through large amounts of data from a mobile device and producing images that contain these child victims. Not only does it reduce the amount of time it takes an investigator to find all of these images in mass data but it also protects investigators from being repeatedly exposed to disturbing content. As technology continues to improve digital forensic software continues to be adapted and improved to remain useful in human trafficking investigations.

ADF has been supporting the ICAC community since 2004 and has attended numerous ICAC conferences. ADF’s Mobile Device Investigator leverages the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to quickly and easily collect evidence from iOS and Android phones and tablets. It is designed to be operated by front-line police, sheriffs, field agents, and investigators.

Users can connect a suspect device via a USB port to quickly collect evidence and perform a fast logical acquisition of up to 4GB of data per minute. Mobile forensic tools allow for smartphone triage and empower field agents to collect witness and suspect evidence on-scene. Human trafficking cases are time sensitive and require immediate action to help save victims. ADF’s software supports this goal with the right tools for the fight against CSAM and human trafficking.

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What is Compassionate Policing?

ADF Solutions — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Compassionate policing involves law enforcement engaging with their community through the process of building collaborative relationships, mutual trust and respect, common interests, and a sense of shared responsibility [1]. Continuous exposure to confrontation and work stressors may result in an officer’s inability to cope with the pressures, and therefore a loss of compassion when dealing with the public. This can lead to strained relationships with the citizens of the community. Compassionate policing goes beyond just the officers and extends to organizations as a whole. Its ideas and practices may also be applied to digital forensics and incident response.

Applying Compassionate Policing to Digital Forensic Services

It has been a common practice during investigations for victims to possibly have to forfeit their devices along with the suspects. Investigators have often had to seize all electronic devices found at a scene and submit these to digital forensic laboratories for analysis. Although, there are cases that may require lab processing there are others where immediate access to evidence is beneficial and appropriate. This is especially true when there is time-sensitive information contained on mobile devices. Not only does submitting devices to a forensic laboratory cause a backlog, but it also leaves individuals without their devices for longer periods.

In the U.S. alone, 245 million out of the total 307 million citizens have a data-capable mobile device, and 40 million of those are smartphones or wireless-enabled personal digital assistants [2].

Police digital forensics can implement compassionate policing by using techniques and digital forensics tools that give them the ability to obtain digital evidence on scene and leave the devices behind. Victims or families of a suspect are already going through a time of shock and distress, having to inconvenience their lives with the loss of their devices adds to this stress. An example is child exploitation investigations where every device in the suspect’s home may be seized including devices belonging to their spouse or children. They can view this as a burden for a crime they did not commit and it heavily disrupts their daily lives. By using on-site forensic triaging software investigators can instead scan devices on the scene and determine which ones have relevant data for their case and which devices they can leave behind.

The number of devices with internet access continues to grow along with crimes such as child exploitation. The public has become more aware of the need for immediate action and proper policing of these activities. Many agencies find themselves limited in resources, but implementing on-scene triage techniques can ensure cases are getting the timely attention they need and victims can feel confident in the work their local law enforcement is doing.

ADF’s Mobile Device Investigator supports compassionate policing by giving investigators a digital forensic tool that provides on-scene triage capabilities. Investigators can conduct an on-scene review of all available media to obtain immediate intelligence and determine which devices contain useful evidence and require additional processing.

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What is Forensic Triage for Smartphones?

David Colvin — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0000

When it comes to accessing digital data across devices, mobile phones are easily the most common devices that law enforcement, businesses, and military personnel will deal with. In the past, accessing critical files (e.g., law enforcement cases, business intelligence, etc.) involved physically unlocking and searching through devices. The problem, of course, is that accessing smartphones by physically entering the device can lead to data loss, file access issues, and an incomplete view of the device’s digital archive.

Since tons of information contained in smartphones is buried in inaccessible portions of the operating system, relying on antiquated digital forensic strategies can lead to data loss.

So, how do you access these files intelligently without risking deletion or inaccurate reporting?

What is Forensic Triage for Smartphones?

Finding a way to gather data across mobile devices — which frequently vary in hardware components — without risking data contamination is a mission-critical aspect of data intelligence.

Forensic triage for smartphones (or mobile forensics) is the act of intelligently gathering data across mobile device providers to provide a top-down view of all of the crucial data contained in the device.

Of course, forensic triage can be applied to a wide variety of devices (e.g., computers, tablets, etc.) But, with over 70% of the entire world’s population carrying mobile devices, law enforcement is more likely to run into a cellular device as opposed to a PC. This means that forensic triage is only valuable if it’s capable of capturing data contained in these devices, as it’s likely that this data is significant to criminal, business, or military investigations.

6 Features a Forensic Triage Tool Should Have

While the obvious reason that forensic triage is valuable is data gathering, there are some aspects of forensic triage that separate valuable solutions from difficult, overburdening solutions.

It should be easy. Since forensic investigators often have a backlog and a significant pipeline of projects to handle, forensic triage tools should be simple-to-use. This helps free up time and gives the solution value beyond capability (e.g., speed reduces employee time and costs). Features such as mobile preview or screenshots with OCR allow investigators quickly preview a mobile device on scene
Modularity. Since mobile devices are so common, forensic triage tools need to be modularly accessible. This gives law enforcement rapid access and military personnel the ability to quickly spread solutions. For example, the MDI Field Tablet, allows field investigators to quickly and easily collect evidence from mobile devices for mobile phone forensic analysis on scene.
Ability to access multiple devices. With Android and Apple users at a standstill, being able to access both operating systems gives flexibility. If a solution can only address one or the other, you’re going to be left with a ton of devices that cannot be adequately analyzed.
Scalability. You need to be able to quickly scale operations to filter through terabytes of data if necessary.
Intelligent. Of course, it’s essential that any forensic triage tool that is accessing smartphones is intelligent enough to sift through files contained across the device — including the operating system — rapidly without missing out on crucial information.
Searchable. There are GB of data stored on mobile devices. You need to be able to search for relevant data without having to mine through unnecessary files. That is why our search profiles which let you focus your investigation come in handy.

Each of these solutions is geared towards specific needs. Want to know which one is right for you? Compare our mobile forensic products.

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