Computer-Based Devices - Processing and Analysis
[Computer-Based Devices - Processing and Analysis]
EPTIS factsheet 1072091 | Last revision 2023-11-27 | URL: https://www.eptis.bam.de/pts1072091 https://www.eptis.bam.de/pts1072091
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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 relate to the processing, and analysis of computer-based devices. Participant accreditation schedules within this area are based on the operating systems as follows: · Windows · MacOS · Linux The 2023 scheme includes an acquisition file of a Windows operating system in .E01 format. MacOS and Linux operating systems will be included in future rounds (2024 and 2025) of the scheme. It is currently intended that the scheme will fulfil all 3 operating systems over a 3 year period. Each Proficiency Test Batch will consist of a proficiency test item, a workbook in which questions are asked of the participants and a storage drive on which the participant will place case files, workbook responses and contemporaneous notes. Also 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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Electrical / electronical devices
Information technology, software Laboratory / scientific equipment Telecommunication equipment |
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| Testing fields |
Communication techniques
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| Target group of participants | The scheme has been designed to mirror 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 processing and analysis 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 processing and analysis 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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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 Richard Cockerill
Phone: 020 3761 4964 Fax: Email: pt@caci.co.uk pt@caci.co.uk |
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