This thesis explores the landscape of Anti-forensics tools (AFTs) and their impact on digital forensic investigations. It begins with a comprehensive review of relevant literature and then delves into the methods employed by AFTs, including data encryption and file manipulation. A survey of popular AFTs, such as GnuPG, AESCrypt, Tails, StegHide, or CCleaner, provides insights into their functionalities and implications for forensic analysis. Results from experimentation and discussions on method validation, hardware benchmarks, and the ethical implications of AFT usage contribute to a comprehensive analysis. Key findings highlight the effectiveness of AFTs in circumventing forensic analysis, raising ethical concerns regarding their valid use. The thesis concludes with reflections on the scope of the study, ethical considerations, and avenues for future research. Through this exploration, the thesis provides valuable insights into the challenges posed by Anti-forensics tools in digital investigations. It underscores the need for continued research and ethical considerations in this evolving field.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:UPSALLA1/oai:DiVA.org:hh-53810 |
| Date | January 2024 |
| Creators | Svensson, Jonny, Wouters, Samuel |
| Publisher | Högskolan i Halmstad, Akademin för informationsteknologi |
| Source Sets | DiVA Archive at Upsalla University |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Student thesis, info:eu-repo/semantics/bachelorThesis, text |
| Format | application/pdf |
| Rights | info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess |
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