IT Forensics – Windows
Forensic analysis of the Windows Recycle Bin – Tracing deleted files
Der Windows-Papierkorb ist ein wichtiges Artefakt der Windows-Forensik. Beim Löschen von Dateien über den Papierkorb entstehen Metadaten, die Rückschlüsse auf den ursprünglichen Speicherort, den Löschzeitpunkt und weitere Dateiinformationen zulassen können. Diese Informationen können einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Rekonstruktion eines Sachverhalts leisten.
Im Rahmen einer professionellen IT-forensischen Untersuchung wird der Papierkorb niemals isoliert ausgewertet. Erst die Korrelation mit weiteren Artefakten wie der Master File Table (MFT), dem USN Journal, der Windows Registry, Event Logs und LNK-Dateien ermöglicht eine belastbare technische Bewertung.
Why LanCologne?
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.
The examination is carried out exclusively on a forensic copy or a forensic image. The original evidence remains unchanged and is stored in a manner that preserves its evidential integrity.
Our services
We analyse Recycle Bin artefacts, reconstruct deletion processes and correlate the results with other digital traces. Every stage of the investigation is documented in a transparent manner.
Typical areas of application
So läuft eine forensische Untersuchung des Papierkorbs ab
Once a forensic image has been created, the relevant Recycle Bin artefacts are analysed. This is followed by correlation with other Windows artefacts in order to determine the timing and technical details of deletion operations.
Warum ist der Papierkorb forensisch wichtig?
The metadata stored in the Recycle Bin can provide valuable insights into deletion processes. However, its significance only becomes apparent following a comprehensive analysis of all relevant artefacts from the system under investigation.
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LanCologne – Windows Forensics in Cologne
Do you need a professional analysis of the Windows Recycle Bin or other Windows artefacts? LanCologne can assist you with the forensically sound preservation of digital evidence and the objective analysis of complex Windows systems.