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Computer-generated evidence is always suspect because of the ease with which it can be altered, usually without a trace.
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Computer-generated evidence must bevalidatedbefore being used in court. Forensic experts employ:
Hashing techniques-- MD5, SHA-256 for data integrity.
Digital signatures and timestamps-- Ensuring authenticity.
Audit trails and access logs-- Tracking modifications.
Without proper validation,altered evidencecan mislead investigations.
McAfee Institute Cyber Evidence Authentication Guide
DOJ Cybercrime Evidence Validation Protocols
Federal Digital Forensic Examination Manual
37 comments · newest first
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Ruby
10 months ago
Sounds a bit extreme, isn't there some reliable tech out there?
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Xenia
10 months ago
True, especially with today's software.
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Lettie
11 months ago
Totally agree, digital evidence can be manipulated easily.
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Valentin
11 months ago
Wait, are we saying all computer evidence is bad?
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Yolando
11 months ago
I don't know, some evidence is pretty solid.
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Leontine
11 months ago
I recall a practice question that emphasized the importance of context in evaluating evidence, which makes me question if it's always suspect.
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Quinn
12 months ago
I feel like this statement is a bit extreme. There are methods to verify digital evidence, right?
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Dianne
12 months ago
I think we went over a case study where computer-generated evidence was actually reliable, so I might lean towards false.
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Annett
1 year ago
I remember discussing how digital evidence can be manipulated, but I'm not sure if it's always suspect.
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Shelia
1 year ago
This is an interesting question. I think I'll need to draw on my understanding of digital forensics and the potential for manipulation to decide the best answer here.
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Lizbeth
1 year ago
I'm a little confused by this question. Is there ever a case where computer-generated evidence could be considered reliable? I'll have to think this through.
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Rodolfo
1 year ago
I've got a good feeling about this one. The statement seems pretty clear that computer-generated evidence is always suspect, so I'll go with True.
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Tamar
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this. I'll need to weigh the pros and cons of computer-generated evidence and whether it can truly be considered reliable.
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Katie
1 year ago
This seems like a tricky one. I'll need to think carefully about the ease of altering computer-generated evidence and whether that makes it always suspect.
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Joana
2 years ago
I think it's false because there are tools and techniques to detect alterations in computer-generated evidence.
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Jannette
2 years ago
I believe it's true that computer-generated evidence is suspect.
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Elena
2 years ago
I disagree, there are ways to verify the authenticity of computer-generated evidence.
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Judy
2 years ago
True, I've seen enough crime shows to know that digital evidence is as reliable as a politician's promise. Can't trust anything these days!
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Reuben
1 year ago
A) True
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Weldon
1 year ago
True, I've seen enough crime shows to know that digital evidence is as reliable as a politician's promise. Can't trust anything these days!
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Tom
1 year ago
B) False
WH
Whitley
1 year ago
A) True
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Lorrine
1 year ago
A) True
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Brittni
1 year ago
True, I've seen enough crime shows to know that digital evidence is as reliable as a politician's promise. Can't trust anything these days!
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Pamela
1 year ago
B) False
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Marguerita
1 year ago
A) True
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Casey
2 years ago
Haha, this question is as outdated as a floppy disk. Next they'll be asking about the trustworthiness of carrier pigeons as evidence. Times have changed, folks!
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Stefan
2 years ago
True, absolutely. My grandma could forge a better digital signature than this 'evidence' they're trying to pass off. No way I'm falling for that!
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Alpha
2 years ago
False, technology has advanced so much that digital forensics can detect even the slightest alteration. You can't fool me with your 'altered without a trace' nonsense!
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Amina
1 year ago
False, technology has advanced so much that digital forensics can detect even the slightest alteration. You can't fool me with your 'altered without a trace' nonsense!
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Paris
2 years ago
B) False
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Melissia
2 years ago
A) True
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Nancey
2 years ago
I think computer-generated evidence can be altered easily.
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Trina
2 years ago
I agree, computer-generated evidence can be easily manipulated. Better to rely on good old-fashioned handwritten notes and Polaroid photos!
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Tennie
2 years ago
B) False
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Elise
2 years ago
I always prefer physical evidence over digital evidence.
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Glenna
2 years ago
A) True