CFP Forensic Image Metadata & Authentication 2

Question 1

What device should a forensic photographer use when transferring images from a camera's memory card to a computer to prevent unintentional modification of original files?

Accepted Answer

A hardware write blocker

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A standard USB hub with multiple ports

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A wireless Bluetooth adapter

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A cloud synchronization service with version history

Question 2

Which EXIF metadata field records the precise date and time a forensic photograph was originally captured?

Accepted Answer

DateTimeOriginal

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ImageDescription

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MakerNote

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UserComment

Question 3

In digital forensics terminology, what is a 'forensic image' distinct from a crime scene photograph?

Accepted Answer

A bit-for-bit exact duplicate of a digital storage device preserving all data

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An enhanced version of a crime scene photograph prepared for court

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A photograph taken using specialized forensic camera equipment

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A digitally signed photograph with a court-assigned evidence stamp

Question 4

What type of log should forensic photographers maintain alongside their image files to document post-processing steps?

Accepted Answer

A processing notes log documenting all adjustments applied to images

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A social media sharing log listing all public disclosures

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A client billing log noting time spent on enhancements

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An equipment depreciation log for tax purposes

Question 5

What does 'non-destructive editing' mean in the context of forensic image processing?

Accepted Answer

Processing that preserves the original image file while storing adjustments separately

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Editing that cannot be undone once saved to disk

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Editing performed without any photographic software or equipment

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Processing that removes all identifying metadata from the file

Question 6

Which ongoing practice best ensures forensic image files remain authentic during long-term storage?

Accepted Answer

Periodically recomputing and verifying hash values against the original recorded baselines

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Periodically re-compressing images to save storage space on the evidence server

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Converting all images to JPEG for universal compatibility across review platforms

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Removing embedded metadata annually to protect investigator privacy

Question 7

What is the purpose of maintaining a 'working copy' of forensic photographs separate from the original evidence files?

Accepted Answer

To allow examination and analysis while keeping the original evidence untouched

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To replace the original automatically if it is accidentally deleted

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To share with media outlets before court proceedings begin

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To reduce file size for email transmission to the prosecutor