Digital forensics challenges
The cloud has brought significant benefits to organizations, including increased flexibility, scalability, and cost savings. However, it has also introduced new challenges when it comes to eDiscovery and forensics. Outlined in the following list are some of the common challenges an investigator could encounter. Each cloud forensic case may present a unique challenge; however, these are some of the common themes:
- Data complexity and volume: The cloud provides organizations with virtually unlimited storage capacity, which means that the amount of data that needs to be searched, collected, and analyzed during eDiscovery and forensic investigations can be overwhelming.
- Data security: CSPs are responsible for securing the data stored in their systems, but organizations also have a responsibility to ensure that their data is protected during eDiscovery and forensic investigations. This can be particularly challenging in multi-tenant cloud environments...
