Ethics and Conduct

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Introduction

At some point during a forensics investigation, digital forensics practitioners may encounter evidence or information that puts them in a difficult position, challenging their ethics and professional conduct. For the most part, these dilemmas can be resolved by following an approach where they recognize, classify, and manage these issues while respecting the boundaries and obligations they have as a professional.

However, differences amongst individuals, cultures, social classes, and organizations create challenges in establishing what is ethical and what is not. Abiding by a set of consistent professional ethics and code of conduct relating to digital forensics helps to define the moral principles that provide ...

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