Author(s)

Firzah Hafiz Deandra, Sherly, Iskandar Muda^*

Affiliation(s)

Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, Indonesia.

Corresponding Author

Iskandar Muda

ABSTRACT

Digital forensics is a critical discipline focused on the identification, preservation, analysis, and presentation of digital evidence in a legally admissible manner. This paper examines the implementation of Digital Forensic Investigations (DFIs) in combating cybercrime, emphasizing the technical, organizational, and legal challenges hindering their effectiveness. The study highlights strategies to enhance forensic processes and improve cybercrime investigations. Structured forensic methodologies, guided by international standards like ISO 27037:2012, ensure the integrity and credibility of evidence while addressing challenges such as encrypted communications, cloud environments, and decentralized data storage. Specialized tools for data recovery, mobile forensics, and cloud forensics are increasingly pivotal in modern investigations. The paper underscores the role of digital forensics in strengthening cybersecurity, reconstructing cybercrime events, and supporting legal proceedings through reliable evidence. Advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning are also explored as innovative approaches to tackling sophisticated cyber threats, underscoring the evolving nature of digital forensics in ensuring justice and securing digital ecosystems.

KEYWORDS

Digital forensics; Cybercrime; Digital evidence; Digital Forensic Investigations (DFIs); Cybersecurity

CITE THIS PAPER

Firzah Hafiz Deandra, Sherly, Iskandar Muda. Advancing digital forensic investigations: addressing challenges and enhancing cybercrime solutions. World Journal of Information Technology. 2025, 3(1): 10-15. DOI: https://doi.org/10.61784/wjit3018.

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