The careful and precise procedure of extracting and preserving evidence in criminal cases requires both a skilled investigator and the use of the latest technology. Digital forensics is on example of this, and if not conducted in the correct way, or to the most meticulous of standards, vital evidence may be lost. As experts at the forefront of digital and computer forensics, we at CCL are able to assist within the recovery of evidence across multiple forms of digital media.

The art of digital forensic science includes the successful consideration and implementation of several essential factors and processes;

State-of-the-art laboratories

Without the best possible equipment available, the extent of data extraction and forensics may be limited. Within our own specialist lab reside our fifty forensic analysts, who make full use of the leading technology and expertly controlled environment, in order to provide the highest possible service.

Ongoing development

As technology improves, standard methods begin to become redundant. It is crucial that forensic techniques are able to keep up with such advancements, to ensure they are able to continue acting as an essential tool within Police investigation. Through employing several full time Research and Development Analysts, we can confidently continue to develop the most cutting-edge tools, and put the most effective systems in place.

Experience

In the field of forensics, having experience within a wide variety of cases proves highly advantageous. At CCL, we have carried out more than10,000 different cases, allowing us to build up an extensive knowledge of all forms of digital media.

Quality & Precision

Carrying out a quality service is a priority when assisting in all types of investigation. We constantly strive to provide the most thorough and professional service, and hold the highly complex standard of ISO17025 as well as ISO027001, ISO 09001 and Investors In People status.

Following the most rigorous of security procedures at all times, our specialist team of analysts are able to implement all of the above qualities, for the most successful and valuable digital forensics service.

Advancement in crime-fighting digital forensics extracts valuable data from leading database format

A new software tool has been developed to extract potentially crucial digital evidence from one of the most widely used computer and mobile phone database formats.

The team of researchers at CCL-Forensics, specialists in computer and digital forensics, have developed and coded “EPILOG” which can prove invaluable in the retrieval of deleted data in SQLite databases, for use in criminal investigations.

SQLite is used extensively in mobile phone and smartphone operating systems (including the Apple iPhone) and in a significant number of web browsers and can contain deleted data which is not visible to the end user.  EPILOG can recover and present this in a forensically sound manner to enhance a range of prosecution cases from indecent images to activity on a range of mobile phones.

The Warwickshire-based company is thought to be the first in the UK to deploy such a tool, and has already been tested it on a variety of mobile phones and computer applications.

Mark Larson, Forensics Manager at CCL-Forensics says: “Standard forensics tools can only extract SQLite databases from exhibits, and will do nothing to help you interpret their contents.  EPILOG can work with both live and deleted databases, and recover both live and deleted data from them.

This means the amount of potential evidence extracted from a computer of mobile phone is significantly increased, and so is the chance of identifying relevant evidence.

To give an example, we used EPILOG on an Apple iPhone, where it recovered 32 unique deleted call events and five numbers found nowhere else on the phone.  This evidence would not have been recovered without the tool, and could make a difference between success and failure in court”.

A web video explaining more about EPILOG is available at
ccl-forensics.com/536/EPILOG.html

EPILOG was developed by the in-house Research and Development team at CCL-Forensics – the UK’s leading supplier of digital forensics services in the UK, working with a number of high-profile police forces and employing more than 80 people.

For more information, please contact Marketing Manager Andy Holmes on 01789 261200 or at aholmes@ccl-forensics.com, or alternatively fill in their online contact form at ccl-forensics.com.

With the popularity of smartphones such as the iPhone on the increase, many people are choosing to misuse this technology to conduct and document criminal activity. The availability of other mobile technology such as the newly released iPad, are also making such behaviour easier for criminals to exploit. With an extremely strong background in digital forensics, we at CCL have developed into reputable specialists in the forensic and investigation sector. With the ability to recover crucial information – including deleted – from technology such as iPhones and iPads, our services have been, and continue to remain, vital to a wide range of criminal investigations.

Our background within extraction of vital and sensitive data has allowed us to grow into one of the most trusted digital forensics companies in the business. Without particular examples to illustrate our services, it may be difficult to understand exactly how we can help your investigations. Consider the following case which we managed to aid within;

As many smartphones have a built in camera, they may pose a certain temptation to prospective criminals. We were called to assist in an assault case, whereby a young boy allegedly conducted a serious assault on another child. After the accused individual denied the claims, we were able to examine the boy’s phone which was rumoured to hold evidence of the assault upon it.

Our analysts were able to expertly extract pictures of the crime in a forensically sound method, fully conforming to APCO guidelines. Images included in multimedia messages were also successfully retrieved, even through the messages had been deleted from the device.

This is just one of the cases within which we have played a crucial part, and due to our excellent track record and reputation for precise and thorough investigation methods, we have been able to continue playing an important role in numerous and diverse cases.

Digital misuse can occur across multiple illegal practises, including identity theft, fraud and blackmail. Shedding crucial light on often complex investigations, our team of skilled and intensely trained analysts are able to help within digital forensics for the iPhone, iPad, and other mobile and computer devices. For more information, fill in our online contact form for a prompt response.

With the introduction of the Apple iPad to the market and the continued popularity of smartphones for business and personal use, the threat of criminals targeting users of these devices is on the rise. That is why we here at CCL-Forensics like to remain at the cutting edge of all digital forensics and the recovery of potentially vital evidence from this new wave of devices.

Our team of highly experienced and skilled technicians work hard on developing the latest forensic techniques that can be used to help in criminal investigations. We are committed to leading the way when it comes to digital forensics and with the recent release of the Apple iPad we have developed new tools to be able to examine such devices.

Despite the latest technology making it more and more challenging for our team, we have developed thorough and robust techniques to find conclusive evidence on a number of smartphones and similar communication and entertainment devices. Using our wealth of experience even on new devices such as the Apple iPad we have been able to discover where the potential evidence is held and then present it as part of an investigation.

At CCL-Forensics we aim to offer you a service which is affordable at the same time as being very thorough. We work closely with law enforcement bodies when it comes to researching and developing new tools and techniques that can help them bring criminals to justice. No matter what our services are required for, we can source any associated or relevant information quickly and most importantly effectively.

As the leading company in digital forensics, here at CCL-Forensics we have all the attributes to be called upon to deal with all manner of investigations. Our team is always willing to hear from you if you require any further information, so feel free to enquire via one of the methods on the ‘Contact Us’ page of our website.