The use of computer forensics is becoming an increasingly common feature within many criminal investigations. With an ever increasing number of digital devices available on the market, various incidents and information stored on these products can now be analysed playing a vital role in bringing an alleged criminal to justice. CCL Forensics are at the forefront of such forensics, by using the latest tools and techniques to track digital activity of possible offenders, locate deleted files and ultimately uncover any potential evidence.

With many offices, homes and businesses having at least one computer on the premises, those committing criminal acts may be inclined to try and store vital information or even commit a crime via their computer. We have a strong and successful background in uncovering evidence of computer misuse which can then be produced and presented in court proceedings.

Finding and retrieving data that the owner deleted is a delicate procedure that should only be undertaken by trained professionals such as our expert analysts here at CCL Forensics. Such evidence is often volatile and needs to be dealt with care in order to protect its integrity and avoid any damage, so it is in a suitable condition to be used at a later date.

This level of forensic investigation can help to highlight incidents in fraud cases, examples of identity theft and possible money laundering along with many more. We are determined to do our utmost within whichever sector our investigation falls and once any evidence has been located, we can offer an expert witness in court to discuss our findings.

Forensically analysing evidence has always played a key role in criminal investigations however with developments in technology, analysing incidents on computers has been the subject of rapid growth in recent years. We at CCL Forensics works in state-of-the-art, fully secured labs that are equipped with all of the latest computer forensics technology, to give us the best chance of finding any evidence that may be available.

The digital forensic investigation process is both complex and delicate. The procedure needs to be carried out in a careful and controlled manner, and to achieve this, rigorous and expertly implemented steps need to be followed. Here at CCL, we take the investigation of computer forensics extremely seriously – not only due to our passion and skill within the industry, but also because we recognise the implications which our findings and results can have.

Due to the changing nature of crime and technology, it is crucial that our investigation processes remain in line with all developments. To ensure we stay on the forefront of such investigation, we employ full-time research and development analysts, whose sole job is to constantly push our techniques and methods forwards. Through thorough and dedicated research into creating and validating forensically sound tools and evaluating internal processes within the company, we are able to stay on the cutting-edge of the computer forensics industry.

As digital devices grow more complex, standard forensic tools may no longer hold the ability to extract the vital data which often proves so valuable within any type of Police investigation. Our continual advancements within both our own processes, and the techniques and technology which we use, mean that we are able to locate, extract, and preserve data which other methods may have failed to achieve.

You can see our latest advancements on our website, which includes the latest information on new and successful tools which we have been able to implement into our processes. Some examples of such technology include FLARE – our mobile phone intelligence analysis tool, and EPILOG – which is used to extract deleted and de-referenced data from SQLite databases.

Our experience within thousands of computer forensics investigations has enabled us to strengthen our exiting robust processes into a solid and highly reliable platform for forensically retrieving data. Due to the volatile nature of digital evidence, our examiners follow rigorous methods to ensure that the integrity of the data is not compromised in any way.

Let our specialist team of examiners and analysts take control of your computer forensics investigation, for the safest, most secure and most successful results. For more information on the processes which we use within digital forensics, contact our team today, who will be happy to help.

Given the continual rise in accessibility of computers and mobile technology, the implementation of computer forensics is becoming increasingly important within Police investigations and criminal law. More people than ever before are using computers as a means of information, entertainment and storage, and as a result, the Police are able to employ the help of industry experts to help within the extraction and preservation of vital data when these devices are alleged to be involved in crime. As highly experienced professionals, we at CCL Forensics are able to use our specialist equipment and expertise within computer forensics to conform to all UK guidelines, for the most reliable and accurate service.

For all computer evidence used in court, it is crucial to handle all equipment with the greatest care, sensitivity and precision. ACPO (Association of Chief Police Officers) guidelines have been put in place to ensure that examiners preserve and present the integrity and authenticity of all evidence. As a company dedicated to providing the most accurate and  forensically acquired forms of evidence, we take the greatest measures to ensure that no evidence is changed or compromised, meaning it is  provided in a precise and exact manner.

To comply with guidelines, we have made sure to create the most suitable setting within which to carry out all analysis. Using our state-of-the-art labs allows us to carry out all investigations within a controlled and secure environment, for the most precise and advantageous outcome.

With cutting-edge equipment, devices and software available to us, we have been able to build up an excellent history in uncovering evidence in a variety of different criminal sectors. This includes areas such as money laundering, intellectual property theft, hacking, indecent images and drug dealing, to name a few. Such diverse experience allows us to thoroughly examine all evidence, and produce the best results possible, whilst continuing to fully conform to stringent guidelines.

Through recognising the importance of UK guidelines for computer forensics within law, we have been able to develop and implement the most successful and effective of methods and processes within all of our investigations. If you would like to benefit from the specialised services which we offer, get in touch with our expert team today for further advice.

Tracking a person’s movement is a key process of many criminal investigations. If you can pinpoint the exact location of the suspect to a relevant location, the more success you are likely to have when the case comes to trial. One of the most effective tracking techniques is cell site analysis which is the process of locating the geographical area of a mobile phone (which is attributed to an individual) when calls or text messages are made or received. Here at CCL Forensics we are experts in this particular field and can use our equipment to apply this technology to historic call data from a mobile phone.

Each time a mobile phone is used it is documented and kept on record by the phone provider. Therefore, should a criminal use their phone just before, during or after they have committed a crime,  the police can request data from the phone company on which masts were used. They can then work with a cell site expert who can measure the signal from masts near the designated location to then narrow down exactly where the phone could have been used.

The information gathered and analysed by our team at CCL Forensics can be presented in court by one of our expert witnesses who have had consierdable experience in presenting this kind of case in a courtroom environment. This evidence can then either be used by the prosecution to prove that a suspect was in the area the crime was committed at a particular time, or by the defence to confirm an alibi.

Cell site analysis can also track the path of a mobile phone as it moves from one location to another. With our clear and concise mapping, the data we have gathered will be in an easy to understand summary format and ready to be presented in court.

With a service for cell site analysis that is tailored to your individual requirements, we at CCL Forensics can determine the movement of any mobile phone for which the data records can be obtained that can then be used in accordance with other evidence such as CCTV footage in a wide variety of criminal investigations.

As computer technology continues to develop, the need for advancements in computer forensics to obtain and collect potentially vital data in cases of criminal activity is essential. Here at CCL Forensics, we are proud to remain at the cutting edge of such advances and are continually producing new tools and techniques to extract evidence from the latest technology and products on the market.

Our dedicated, full time research and development analysts work on devising new forensic tools to use in order to be able to recover and extract evidence from all forms of technology to ensure that CCL Forensics stay at the forefront of the computer forensics industry.

With the continued advances in technological products being made available to the wider market, there is always the greater risk that criminal activity may occur. The tools we as forensic analysts have become accustomed to using may no longer be suitable for the job, which is why there is a need to grow and advance our development in line with that of technology.

A key aspect of our service is the extraction of deleted and de-referenced data and with SQLite databases now becoming more popular, we use our in –house developed “Epilogue” database analysis tool to effectively collect all the relevant data for us to pass on to the right authority.

The need for effective data collection tools is essential and all of our analysts are constantly trained on the latest forensic methods to ensure that the best results are achieved on every case they work on. We here at CCL Forensics work closely with the Law Enforcement Agencies and the data collected from our computer forensics tools and techniques are used as a method of bringing criminals to justice.

As time advances, so does the rate at which technology develops. Whilst this has excellent and exciting implications in the sectors of computers, machines or other electronic equipment, it also gives way for a renewed opportunity within the criminal community. With increasing access to new forms of technology, it is no surprise that we may begin to see a rise in the use of technology such as mobile phones and computers within illicit criminal activity. As a company who recognises such technological advancement, we at CCL Forensics are continually developing our own methods to create the most cutting edge and effective techniques in computer forensics.

Working within a state-of-the-art lab, we are dedicated to conducting persistent and thorough research, to ensure our methods remain at the very forefront of digital and computer forensics. Our Research and Development Analysts are continually working to formulate and validate essential new forensic tools, for valuable implementation within our investigations.

Examples of techniques which we have developed include EPILOG – which is able to extract vital information and digital evidence from SQLite databases. These are widely used across many computers and mobile phones, including the Apple iPhone, and our techniques allows us to retrieve potential deleted data which the investigator may otherwise not have been able to see.

We have also managed to expertly develop MWCT – a technique which is able to interpret evidence from the web cache of mobile phones, presenting us with crucial information from sources such as the web history, social networking history and webmail.

Within our 10,000 square foot lab, we are able to find, identify, extract and present invaluable information from digital, computer and mobile phone devices, which may prove essential within investigations. As industry leaders, CCL-Forensics are the intelligent choice for anyone looking for talented and experienced computer forensics specialists.

Leading Digital Forensics Provider showcases ground-breaking new tools

The launch of the new Apple iPad has reinforced the need for experts in computer evidence to stay abreast of the latest technologies.  CCL-Forensics, the UK’s leading supplier of digital forensics services will this week be showcasing a series of tools and techniques to forensically analyse a new wave of devices and smartphones, all of which will inevitably require analysing after being involved in alleged criminal activity.

The company will be attending the high profile ACPO Cybercrime Conference (30th June to 2nd July) in Bedfordshire, and will be demonstrating its recent advancements in recoving not only computer evidence, but also evidence from iPads, iPhones, Smartphones, SatNavs and SQLite databases which are used in a wide variety of devices and applications.  On display will be a whole host of devices along with tools and techniques to forensically analyse their contents.

Mark Larson, Forensics Manager says “We have a team of dedicated research and development experts constantly working on the latest forensic techniques, when, or even before, new devices hit the market.  It means we can remain at the cutting edge of forensic techniques, and work more closely with Law Enforcement Agencies when they come across such devices.”

Mark adds “The days of simple mobile phones are long gone.  Even technophobes have smartphones these days, which present a challenge to forensic investigators – but with it comes a great opportunity for finding more and more intelligent data.  It’s not just phones, the new iPad for example can be an excellent source of computer evidence – as long as you know where to find it”

The ACPO Cybercrime conference is attended by representatives from leading law enforcement agencies, to discuss and debate the latest developments in computer forensics and mobile phone analysis, and to promote the sharing of best practice in the industry.  CCL-Forensics will be demonstrating its latest tools for presenting deleted data, data from smartphone “apps” and other leading edge forensic techniques.

Digital forensics practitioners and experts in computer evidence will be able to see at first hand the in-roads which CCL-Forensics has made in the field of researching new technologies and discuss ways in which this can benefit law enforcement bodies in their day-to-day role of forensically analysing digital devices.

For more information, please contact Andy Holmes, Marketing Manager on 01789 261200 or by filling out their ‘Contact Us’ form.

CCL-Forensics are a leading supplier of computer, mobile phone and SatNav/GPS analysis services to UK law enforcement agencies, and employs a dedicated team of research and development experts to investigate new and emerging technologies.  The company occupies a 10,000sq ft laboratory in Warwickshire and is currently I the advanced stages of attaining ISO17025 as required by the Home Office Forensic Regulator.

With the users of social media websites increasing day in day out it comes as no surprise that the levels of crime on the web are on the increase. With personal details always being updated and the everyday use of the social media networks from people of all ages, there is a great deal of personal information stored on the internet and therefore on a person’s computer. We here at CCL Forensics specialise in computer forensics to uncover evidence in any online crime.

The sheer growth in social media websites means that we have had to develop new and improved techniques to discover and remain at the pinnacle of cutting edge computer and digital forensics.  Our team of experts are dedicated to uncovering the best evidence possible to help with investigations to bring the perpetrators to justice.

From our state of the art labs, our team of highly trained and experienced forensic analysts use the latest tools to analyse your computer misuse. CCL Forensics aim to extract vital information that can be used in co-operation with police at a court case, so whether it be a case of identity theft through to uncovering terrorism plots we are there to help.

The rise in identity theft, online bullying, hacking and much more can all result from social media sites. We have the experience and expertise to act as witnesses in any court case and with over 6000 cases behind us we have the skills to combat this new wave of social media crimes.

With the continued creation of social media sites, the risk of online crime will continue to rise in accordance with this. We at CCL Forensics are always, as one of the largest and longest running computer forensics companies on the market, continuing to fight the wave of crime hitting the social media online world. For any more information please do not hesitate to get in touch via our online enquiry form.

If there is a file that the user doesn’t want anybody else to see but him or herself, they can hide it on their computer, add password protection, or even delete it. For this reason, many criminals choose to misuse their computer as part of their illegal activity. Whilst many may think they’re safe doing this, we at CCL Forensics, have become experts in extracting sensitive data which may seem untraceable. Using our experienced analysts and state of the art labs, we are able to collect vital computer evidence which may prove crucial to police investigations or other forms of investigatory work.

The internet is becoming an increasingly popular medium of communication, and with its wide availability and increasingly accessible nature, it is easier than ever before to transfer data such as images, videos and other files. This is resulting in a wide range of data being stored completely electronically using computers, eliminating the need for paper documents. An obvious benefit of this method of data storage is anonymity. Whist criminals may think they’re safe doing this however, they’re most certainly not. With our intricate knowledge and expertise, we are able to trace and gather any signs of computer evidence.

Sensitive electronic data can easily be damaged if not handled correctly, which is why it’s extremely important to call on highly trained professionals for such matters. With our help, you’ll be able to ensure that all data remains intact and in its original state, without being compromised or damaged. Once the data has been collected, we’ll keep it preserved, so it can be used appropriately as part of an investigation.

Safety of both data extraction and preservation is of utmost importance during the analysis of computer evidence. Be sure to enforce this by choosing a computer investigation company which you can trust. Contact us at CCL Forensics today for more information.

In this increasingly digital world, computers and mobile phones allow us to complete a range of processes wherever we are in the world, such as checking our bank balance, uploading photographs and chatting with our friends. Unfortunately, there are some individuals who illegally take advantage of this technology, using it to aid them in a variety of criminal activities. In criminal cases, it is vital that a computer forensic professional analyses digital data found on these devices, to help the police to maintain the chain of evidence between the device and those involved to the crime.

During the time that we at CCL Forensics have been established, we have witnessed computers and other technological devices being used to facilitate a number of illegal activities including fraud, identity theft, blackmail, drug dealing, assault, murder and terrorism.

In these instances, it is vital that professionals who are qualified in the field of computer forensics are brought in to identify data, to be used as evidence by law enforcement agencies as part of their investigations. In the corporate world, there are some companies who may think that their in-house IT team are able to recognise this illegal use. We would strongly recommend that they are not charged with this task as the integrity of the data could be damaged or at worst, lost completely.

Our team have worked hard to achieve ISO9001 and ISO27001 accreditation, which are international standards for quality and Information Security Management Systems. At present, we are also working towards ISO17025 and ISO14001 certification. Alongside our experienced staff and flexible services, we are confident that we will be able to achieve results no matter what the project. In short – if the data is there, they’ll find it.

Details about computer forensic services and how they can be used as part of criminal investigations can be found on our website. To discuss a project with a member of our team, in strict confidentiality, call the number on our website or enquire online by filling out our contact form.