Implementing Digital Forensic Readiness

Chapter 4

Understanding Forensic Readiness

Abstract

The importance of proper collection, preservation, and presentation of digital evidence has been recognized as important in reducing potential business impact as a result of digital crimes, disputes, incidents, and/or events. With a digital forensic readiness approach, the preparedness becomes established as a business goal and consists of administrative, technical, and physical actions that enhance the ability to use digital evidence.

Keywords

Benefit; Cost; Information security; Overview; Proactive; Reactive

 

This chapter provides an introduction to digital forensic readiness by exploring the purpose and scope behind the program, the high-level goals of the program, the business benefits realized ...