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DIGITAL FORENSICS & INCIDENT RESPONSE

Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) is a specialized field focused on investigating and responding to cyber incidents like data breaches, network intrusions, and malware attacks. This process involves gathering and scrutinizing digital evidence to determine the extent of the incident, contain it, and facilitate recovery. DFIR employs a variety of techniques and tools, including forensic imaging, malware analysis, network analysis, and log analysis. The primary goal of DFIR is to reduce the harm caused by cyber incidents and to establish safeguards to prevent future occurrences.

Professional IT Services for Your Business

Digital Forensic and Incident Response (DFIR) services safeguard against the detrimental effects of cyber incidents through several key capabilities. If your organization lacks any of the following, it is not yet DFIR ready:

Early Detection

DFIR plays a critical role in early detection of cyber incidents, enabling organizations to react swiftly and avert additional harm. As highlighted in IBM's 2021 Cost of a Data Breach Report, companies capable of detecting and containing a data breach within 200 days saved an average of $1.2 million compared to those that took longer.

Effective Response

DFIR offers a holistic strategy for handling cyber incidents, encompassing investigation, containment, and recovery phases. Research conducted by the Ponemon Institute revealed that organizations equipped with a clearly defined incident response plan experienced an average cost savings of $1.23 million per breach.

Mitigation of Damage

DFIR plays a crucial role in reducing the damage inflicted by cyber incidents. For example, ransomware attacks can lead to significant data loss and disrupt business operations. According to a report by Cybersecurity Ventures, the global cost of damages from ransomware attacks was projected to climb to $20 billion by 2021, a substantial increase from $11.5 billion in 2019. DFIR services are instrumental in preventing such incidents and lessening their impact should they transpire.

Prevention of Future Incidents

DFIR assists organizations in pinpointing vulnerabilities and averting future incidents. For example, conducting a vulnerability assessment can reveal weaknesses in an organization's network or system. Identifying these vulnerabilities allows for proactive measures to be taken to fortify these areas before they can be exploited by cybercriminals.

1 - Identification

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This process entails determining the extent of the incident, identifying the assets that are affected, and assessing the potential consequences of the incident.

2 - Collection

1 - Identification

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This step includes gathering evidence, which encompasses network logs, system images, and other pertinent data related to the incident.

3 - Preservation

1 - Identification

3 - Preservation

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This process involves maintaining the integrity of the collected evidence by adhering to appropriate chain of custody procedures to ensure its authenticity and reliability.

4 - ANALYSIS

6 - Remediation

3 - Preservation

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This stage involves scrutinizing the gathered evidence to ascertain the cause and scope of the incident, and to decide on the most effective course of action to address it.

5 - Reporting

6 - Remediation

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This entails creating a detailed report that summarizes the findings and outlines recommendations for preventing similar incidents in the future.

6 - Remediation

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This process involves implementing measures to minimize the impact of the incident and adopting strategies to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

7 - Legal

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This aspect involves making sure that all legal requirements and obligations are adhered to during the investigation and reporting phases. This includes compliance with data privacy and security laws, ensuring that the organization's actions are in line with relevant legal frameworks.

WHY ZEPLYNX'S DFIR-AS-A-SERVICE

Zeplynx’s DFIR services focus on investigating and addressing cyber incidents like data breaches, network intrusions, and malware attacks. There are several advantages to outsourcing these services:

SPECIALIZED EXPERTISE

Establishing an internal DFIR team can be costly, involving expenses for recruiting and training staff, acquiring the necessary tools and equipment, and sustaining the infrastructure. Zeplynx's DFIR services offer a cost-effective solution as they already have the requisite infrastructure and expertise in place.

COST-EFFECTIVE

FAST RESPONSE TIME

DFIR incidents demand an immediate response to limit damage and prevent further breaches. Zeplynx can aid in reducing response times, as their team of experts is available 24/7 and equipped to react promptly to such incidents.

REDUCED LIABILITY

DFIR incidents often lead to legal and financial repercussions. Zeplynx can assist organizations in adhering to industry best practices and fulfilling legal and regulatory obligations, helping to mitigate these potential consequences.

SCALABILITY

Incidents can arise unexpectedly and necessitate an immediate response. Zeplynx's DFIR services offer the flexibility to scale up or down according to the organization's requirements, ensuring readiness for any situation.

Network Forensics:

Forensic Data Recovery:

Scrutinizing network traffic to spot possible security violations, infections by malware, or other non-authorized actions.

Forensic Data Recovery:

Retrieving data from digital storage mediums that are inoperative or compromised, including hard drives, USB drives, and memory cards.

Memory Forensics:

Forensic Data Recovery:

Forensic Accounting:

Examining a computer's temporary memory (RAM) for signs of malevolent activity or to salvage information possibly lost following a system malfunction.

Forensic Accounting:

Social media Investigations:

Forensic Accounting:

Probing financial records to uncover suspected fraudulent activities or other economic crimes.

Malware Analysis:

Social media Investigations:

Deconstructing malware to understand its objectives and mechanics, and to craft methods for its detection and eradication from compromised systems.

Social media Investigations:

Gathering and evaluating data from social media networks to aid in probing cybercrimes, deceit, and other illicit deeds.

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Conducting inquiries into digital crimes such as unauthorized access, data compromises, and identity usurpation.

Digital Evidence Analysis:

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Evaluating electronic records like emails, chat histories, and other digital correspondences to bolster legal inquiries and proceedings.

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Cyber Threat Intelligence:

Swift detection, confinement, and reduction of the effects of security incidents to curtail their impact on an entity.

Cyber Threat Intelligence:

Accumulating, scrutinizing, and circulating knowledge regarding emerging or current cyber threats and weak spots, and formulating countermeasures and instruments for defense.

Frequently Asked Questions for DFIR

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What is DFIR?

Digital Forensics and Incident Response encompass the processes of investigating and analyzing digital devices and data to detect, as well as respond to, security incidents.

Why do I need DFIR services?

DFIR (Digital Forensics and Incident Response) services are essential for identifying and addressing security incidents, including cyberattacks, data breaches, and computer-related crimes. These services play a crucial role in mitigating the impact of such incidents and preventing future occurrences.

What types of incidents can DFIR services help with?

DFIR services are versatile and can assist in a broad spectrum of incidents, including but not limited to data breaches, malware infections, insider threats, ransomware attacks, intellectual property theft, fraud, financial crimes, and violations of regulatory compliance. They play a vital role in investigating and mitigating these various security incidents.

What does a DFIR investigation involve?

DFIR (Digital Forensics and Incident Response) investigations encompass a comprehensive process that includes incident response planning, evidence collection, forensic analysis of digital devices and data, determination of the root cause of the incident, and the formulation of recommendations for remediation and prevention. This multifaceted approach is critical for effectively addressing security incidents.

What types of digital devices can be analyzed during a DFIR investigation?

DFIR investigations may entail the examination of a wide range of digital devices, including desktop and laptop computers, servers, mobile devices, network equipment, and cloud services. Analyzing these diverse devices is essential for a comprehensive understanding of security incidents.

Can DFIR services be used for proactive measures?

DFIR services can be employed proactively to identify vulnerabilities within an organization's IT systems and to implement preventive measures aimed at averting potential security incidents. This proactive approach helps strengthen the overall security posture and reduces the risk of future incidents.

How can I ensure the confidentiality of the investigation?

Zeplynx's DFIR engineers adhere to stringent confidentiality policies and procedures, which encompass the use of nondisclosure agreements and secure evidence handling protocols. These measures are in place to safeguard the confidentiality of the investigation and ensure the protection of sensitive information.

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Digital Forensics & Incident Reponse-AS-A-SERVICE

DIGITAL FORENSICS & INCIDENT RESPONSE

Professional IT Services for Your Business

Approach & Methodologies

1 - Identification

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2 - Collection

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3 - Preservation

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4 - ANALYSIS

6 - Remediation

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6 - Remediation

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6 - Remediation

6 - Remediation

6 - Remediation

7 - Legal

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WHY ZEPLYNX'S DFIR-AS-A-SERVICE

Types of DFIR Services

Network Forensics:

Forensic Data Recovery:

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Memory Forensics:

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Frequently Asked Questions for DFIR