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CISSP-ISSMP · Question #125

Fill in the blank with an appropriate phrase. _______is a branch of forensic science pertaining to legal evidence found in computers and digital storage media. Answer: Computer forensics

The correct answer is D. Corrective action. Computer forensics (also called digital forensics) is a branch of forensic science focused on the identification, preservation, extraction, analysis, and presentation of digital evidence from computers, storage media, and electronic devices. This evidence must be handled using le

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Question

Fill in the blank with an appropriate phrase. _______is a branch of forensic science pertaining to legal evidence found in computers and digital storage media. Answer: Computer forensics

Options

  • AEarned value management
  • BRisk audit
  • CTechnical performance measurement
  • DCorrective action

How the community answered

(38 responses)
  • A
    3% (1)
  • C
    3% (1)
  • D
    95% (36)

Explanation

Computer forensics (also called digital forensics) is a branch of forensic science focused on the identification, preservation, extraction, analysis, and presentation of digital evidence from computers, storage media, and electronic devices. This evidence must be handled using legally sound methods to ensure it is admissible in court. Computer forensics is used in criminal investigations, civil litigation, and incident response to uncover facts about unauthorized access, data theft, fraud, and other cybercrimes. Note: The multiple-choice options listed appear to belong to a different question and do not apply here.

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#Computer forensics#Digital forensics#Evidence collection#Incident response

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