Digital forensics is a rapidly evolving
field primarily focused on the
extraction, preservation and analysis of
digital evidence obtained from
electronic devices in a manner that is
legally acceptable. Research into new
methodologies tools and techniques
within this domain is necessitated by an
ever-increasing dependency on tightly
interconnected, complex and pervasive
computer systems and networks. The
ubiquitous nature of our digital
lifestyle presents many avenues for the
potential misuse of electronic devices
in crimes that directly involve, or are
facilitated by, these technologies. The
aim of digital forensics is to produce
outputs that can help investigators
ascertain the overall state of a system.
This includes any events that have
occurred within the system and entities
that have interacted with that system.
Due care has to be taken in the
identification, collection, archiving,
maintenance, handling and analysis of
digital evidence in order to prevent
damage to data integrity. Such issues
combined with the constant evolution of
technology provide a large scope of
digital forensic research.
WSDF aims to bring together experts from
academia, industry, government and law
enforcement who are interested in
advancing the state of the art in
digital forensics by exchanging their
knowledge, results, ideas and
experiences. The aim of the workshop is
to provide a relaxed atmosphere that
promotes discussion and free exchange of
ideas while providing a sound academic
backing.
The focus of this workshop is not only
restricted to digital forensics in the
investigation of crime. It also
addresses security applications such as
automated log analysis, forensic aspects
of fraud prevention and investigation,
policy and governance.
