Computer-Based Devices - Acquisition
[Computer-Based Devices - Acquisition]
EPTIS factsheet 1072085 | Last revision 2023-11-27 | URL: https://www.eptis.bam.de/pts1072085 https://www.eptis.bam.de/pts1072085
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| PT provider | CACI CACI | |||||||||
| Based in | United Kingdom | |||||||||
| Language(s) | English | |||||||||
| Remarks | This scheme is designed to fulfil participant requirements for methods that related to the acquisition of computer-based devices over 4 years. Participant accreditation schedules within this area are based on the various storage mediums relating to computer-based devices as follows: · Hard Disk Drive · Solid State Drive · Memory Cards · USB flash drives · M.2 NVMe & SATA · Non-Removable Windows · Non-Removable Mac During each round, the Proficiency Test Kit will consist of between 3-5 PT test items (listed above), a workbook in which questions are asked of the participants and a storage drive on which the participant will place acquisition note files, workbook responses and contemporaneous notes. All storage mediums relating to computer-based devices (listed above) will be included over a 4 year period. The test items are designed to focus on the challenges around forensic acquisition of computer devices. They also include pre-acquisition activities and any other handling of the devices by the participant. Within the proficiency test batch, is a case background, examination strategy and participant instructions. The PT test devices are provided, packaged appropriately such that they simulate devices seized by a police force or civil authority and are able to comply with police packaging guidance and requirements. Schemes are administered using CACI's web-based PT Portal, allowing participants to manage their schemes, participate in PT and receive final reports. | |||||||||
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| Product groups |
Electrical / electronical devices
Information technology, software Laboratory / scientific equipment Telecommunication equipment |
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Communication techniques
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| Target group of participants | The scheme has been designed to mirror that of a Law Enforcement Digital Forensics submission. As such, participants should primarily be Law Enforcement within the United Kingdom (UK). However, participants can also include non-Law Enforcement agencies which either supply services to Law Enforcement or carry out similar testing activities. Participants outside of the UK are considered, however the participant should be aware that dataset specifications are UK centric, and the language is English (United Kingdom). The scheme is intended for Digital Forensic Laboratories which hold, or are planning to achieve, ISO17025 accreditation in relation to the acquisition of Computer-based devices. Participants must be a Digital Forensics Laboratory or similarly named forensic unit undertaking Digital Forensic Examination of computer devices. The laboratory must operate methods for the acquisition of computer-based devices, using industry tools. | |||||||||
| Linked to specific legislation / standards | BS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Forensic Science Regulators Code of Practice v.1.0 ILAC G19:2022 ISO/IEC 17043:2023 | |||||||||
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| Number of participants | Maximum of 10 participants per 3 month Cycle. 4 x Cycles running each calendar year. | |||||||||
| Accredited or otherwise reviewed by a 3rd party |
Accredited by United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) on the basis of Recommended by UKAS for accreditation to ISO/IEC 17043:2023 (PT) and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 (DF Testing Activities) UKAS Initial Assessment (Nov 2023) was successful and CACI are currently recommended for accreditation of all PT Schemes to ISO/IEC 17043:2023. |
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| Operation is commissioned / requested by | No | |||||||||
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| Participation fee | Please contact CACI for more information and current pricing - https://www.caci.co.uk/services/digital-forensics/proficiency-testing/ | |||||||||
| Regularly operated | Yes (4 x Cycles running each calendar year, Each Cycle runs for 3 months) | |||||||||
| Year of first operation | 2023 | |||||||||
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| Provider | Contact person | |||||||||
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CACI
Unit 4/5, Thornfield Business Park, Standard Way Industrial Estate, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL6 2XQ United Kingdom Phone: 020 3761 4964 Fax: Web: https://www.caci.co.uk/services/digital-forensics/proficiency-testing/ https://www.caci.co.uk/services/digital-forensics/proficiency-testing/ |
Mr Damon Ugargol
Phone: 020 7605 6053 Fax: Email: pt@caci.co.uk pt@caci.co.uk |
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