After the hash-tags, wall postings and emoticons are removed, the online social network reveals itself in its true form: a potential source of digital evidence.
Of particular interest are artifacts from social networking sites that are left on various forms of computer systems. These artifacts establish a foundation that allow the forensic examiner to “connect the dots,” especially when co-conspirators are involved in the litigation matter. Our world-class staff is well versed in the use of numerous software tools designed to preserve a social network profile (Facebook, MySpace, Google+, etc.), as well as determine the profile’s creator.
Our expertise also extends to establishing the authenticity of internet evidence with respect to a defensible chain-of-custody thru the use of hash values and independent third-party time stamps. This hash/time-stamp approach has been found to satisfy those Judges who are concerned about the way in which digital evidence from Web sites can easily be changed or modified. We also specialize in bridging the gap between the complex set of relationships that exist among online friends and the trails they leave electronically across the Internet.
Whether dealing with a compromised social network sites that lead to identity fraud, data leaks or confidentiality breaches, our clients can have peace of mind that our staff can dig into profile data and identify the relevant digital evidence.
