WINDOWS FORENSICS

Professional Windows Forensics – Securing and analysing digital evidence to stand up in court

Since its foundation, LanCologne has specialised in professional IT forensics. Our staff have decades of experience in the field of information technology and assist companies, solicitors, private individuals and, on a regular basis, the courts in the technical investigation of complex digital matters.

Our investigations are conducted in accordance with recognised principles of IT forensics. We place particular emphasis on the admissible preservation of digital evidence, an objective approach to our work, and transparent documentation of all stages of the investigation. Where necessary, modern forensic tools are supplemented by manual analysis in order to independently verify technical findings.

Forensic analysis
Documentation admissible in court
GDPR-compliant processing
Experienced experts

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Technical Fundamentals

Improper investigations can alter or even destroy digital evidence. For this reason, once the original evidence has been forensically secured, it is not used for content analysis. The investigation is conducted exclusively on the basis of a forensic copy, the consistency of which with the original is documented by cryptographic hash values. This ensures that the original remains untouched and that all investigative steps can be reproduced and verified at any time. This is an essential prerequisite for the traceability of technical findings, particularly in legal proceedings.

OUR APPROACH

This is how your examination will be carried out

A transparent process – from the initial enquiry to the handover of the report.

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The first step is to define the issues. This is followed by the forensic preservation of the data storage media. Only then does the actual analysis begin, based on relevant Windows artefacts such as the registry, event logs, MFT, USN journal, prefetch or browser data. All findings are correlated, evaluated and finally documented in a comprehensive report. Hash values and comprehensive documentation ensure that the integrity of the evidence can be verified at any time.

TYPICAL QUESTIONS

When is this analysis required?

  • Suspected data theft
  • Allegations of manipulation
  • Labour disputes
  • Cyberattacks and Incident Response
  • Data protection incidents
  • Analysis of potential malware
  • Support for legal proceedings
  • Private report

LIMITATIONS & CONCLUSION

What you should know

We investigate Windows PCs, laptops and Server devices where there is suspicion of data tampering, data theft, cyber-attacks or malware. Our services include, amongst other things, forensic-grade data backup; the analysis of file systems, the registry, event logs, browser data, USB artefacts and user profiles; and the preparation of comprehensible private expert reports and technical reports for solicitors and courts.

If a Windows environment is affected by a security incident, our overview sets out the steps to be taken: Investigating a cyber incident in a Windows environment.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

What our customers say

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★★★★★

“The highest standards of professionalism, prompt service and excellent communication. They made the seemingly impossible a reality. This is what genuine customer service is all about – unrivalled in Germany!”

idalein

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★★★★★

“Very helpful advice, excellent responsiveness and communication. My problem was completely resolved and the lost data was recovered. I’m very satisfied and, of course, relieved!”

Layla Pankratz

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★★★★★

“My problem was sorted out professionally and quickly; everyone I spoke to was always friendly, and I can still get in touch if I have any questions – I’m very grateful for that!”

a woman from Cologne

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Enquire now – free initial consultation

Do you need assistance in investigating a digital case? LanCologne can help you with the secure preservation of digital evidence to a standard that stands up in court, the analysis of Windows systems, and the preparation of transparent IT forensic reports.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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