ADC Compliance & Regulatory Standards Flashcards
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What US federal standard governs the admissibility of scientific evidence, including digital forensics, in federal court?
Answer: Federal Rules of Evidence (FRE)
The Federal Rules of Evidence, particularly Rule 702 (Daubert standard), require that forensic expert testimony and methodology be scientifically valid and reliably applied.
What chain of custody documentation is critical for AccessData evidence in US legal proceedings?
Answer: A complete, unbroken record of who handled the evidence and when
An unbroken chain of custody proves that evidence was not tampered with between collection and presentation in court, making it legally admissible.
What is the significance of write-blocking in AccessData forensic examinations for legal compliance?
Answer: It prevents modification of evidence, preserving its legal integrity
Write blockers ensure no data is written to the original evidence drive during imaging, satisfying the legal requirement that original evidence remain unaltered.
Which US regulation requires healthcare organizations to maintain audit trails for electronic records relevant to forensic investigations?
Answer: HIPAA Security Rule
The HIPAA Security Rule mandates audit controls that record and examine access activity in systems containing electronic protected health information (ePHI).
Which AccessData certification validates competency in legally sound forensic examination practices?
Answer: ACE (AccessData Certified Examiner)
The ACE certification tests proficiency with AccessData FTK and best practices for conducting forensic examinations that will withstand legal scrutiny.
What US law makes unauthorized access to computer systems a federal crime directly relevant to digital forensic investigations?
Answer: Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA)
The CFAA defines the scope of lawful versus unlawful computer access and is frequently the charging statute in cases investigated using digital forensic tools.