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Ciphertex SecureNAS® provides a comprehensive solution for digital forensics, addressing in-field evidence collection, agency-wide collaboration, and ensuring national security.

The Importance of Data Forensics in the Modern World

Data forensics is an intriguing and continually advancing field that explores the intricate aspects of digital data. This practice entails revealing information by identifying, preserving, recovering, analyzing, and presenting attributes found in two distinct types: persistent data, which resides on devices for extended periods, and volatile or real – time evidence located within computer memory temporarily during operations. Unveil the secrets behind your technology today with Ciphertex Data Security®.

Your Forensics Assistant in the Field

Digital forensics investigations are typically complicated, multi-stage endeavors that often involve many suspects, devices, and locations. At every step of an investigation, it is vital to observe strict protocols in collecting and preserving forensics data. Having the right equipment that can accompany forensics professionals in the field, and reliably perform acquisition and storage functions away from the lab, can be a major asset in these kinds of investigations.

That’s where Ciphertex® comes in. Our digital forensic system—the Ciphertex SecureNAS® Series—gives you all the tools you need to facilitate investigations, whether in the lab or in the field.

External Hard Drive Forensics

Forensic Accounting

Forensic accounting involves the examination of financial records, audits, and investigations to scrutinize the finances of individuals or businesses. Forensic accountants specialize in seeking evidence of crimes and are typically employed by entities such as insurance companies, financial institutions, and law enforcement agencies.

Criminal Investigation Forensic accountants

Forensic audit examines and evaluates a firm’s or individual’s financial records to collect evidence used in a court of law or legal proceeding. Most large accounting firms have a forensic auditing department. Forensic audits require auditing procedures and expert knowledge about the legal framework of such an audit.

The Ciphertex SecureNAS® Series provides several benefits to your forensics investigations, including:

Speedy Imaging

The Ciphertex SecureNAS® Series perform high-speed simultaneous imaging and rapid triage for time-saving extractions.

Secure Chain Of Custody

The Ciphertex SecureNAS® Series allows investigators to document end-to-end data custody to ensure that evidence is preserved in a forensically sound, court-compliant manner.

Real-time Data Analysis

The Ciphertex SecureNAS® Series can accommodate third-party advanced analytical tools that enable on-the-spot examination of evidence.

Redundant Archiving

The Ciphertex SecureNAS® Series comes with RAID storage that prevents loss or accidental deletion of data.

Easy Collaboration Options

The Ciphertex SecureNAS® Series’ forensics software and imagers permit you to streamline collaboration with other investigators, even those in remote jurisdictions.

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Ciphertex® portable NAS solutions serve the U.S. military, federal government, and a wide range of forensics and law enforcement agencies, establishing themselves as the trusted choice for secure enterprise data protection. Designed for data-intensive organizations worldwide, they ensure the safeguarding of sensitive and confidential information.

Introduction to Data Forensics

Digital forensics is a critical aspect of modern law enforcement, providing an essential source for information in criminal cases. Using highly sophisticated technologies and processes, evidence can be extracted from digital devices securely – such as computers, laptops and even smartphones! Once gathered it’s analyzed to provide key insights into any potential cybercrime or malicious activity – giving investigators the data they need to protect our societies against online threats.
  • Identification
  • Preservation
  • Collection
  • Examination
  • Analysis
  • Presentation
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In computer forensics, there are two principal types of data: persistent and volatile. Persistent data resides on hard drives or other storage media and remains intact even after power is lost, while volatile data exists only in memory and disappears as soon as power is cut. Professionals specializing in operating systems, file structures, cloud computing, and other related fields handle these valuable datasets, retrieving important information from various operating systems found within a given hard disk image. An intuitive interface ensures that files can be easily analyzed, and the extraction and storage of information in electronic formats are easy to extract and store.

Digital Forensics in Cyber security

Cybercrime is on the rise, and its global impact has already reached extraordinary heights. According to a recent Economic Impact of Cybercrime report, it costs an estimated $600 billion worldwide – equivalent to nearly one percent of our global GDP.
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The Process of Data Forensics

Data forensics is a multi-stage process used to recover, protect and analyze digital evidence. To complete this exploration of information security terrain, there are various techniques used in investigations – from cross drive analysis linking multiple hard drives information to custom forensics for live system examination & recovery of deleted files.
Data Forensics Process

The ZFS Advantage

ZFS tiered caching makes fetching reads more efficient. Frequently used data is accessible via RAM, while less frequently used data is stored on the device’s SSDs and HDDs, respectively.
Designed to protect itself, ZFS supports RAID-Z configuration and back-up to automatically detect silent data corruption and repair data faster than other file systems.

ZFS Copy-on-write (COW) technology creates instant write duplicates without impeding write speed.

Ciphertex Data Security® Can Support A Wide Variety of Criminal and Civil Cases

SecureNAS® is an advanced, encrypted server designed to provide law enforcement agencies with the necessary resources for their investigations while maintaining operational resiliency to defend against various cyber threats and human error. This remarkable system offers ultimate portability and durability while delivering a reliable solution that can tackle even the most complex of cases.
Can be used as evidence in court of law.
  • Criminal cases
  • Civil disputes
  • Business espionage
  • Data retrieval and analysis
  • Arson and fire
  • Accident reconstruction
  • Asset search
  • Cybercrime
  • Financial cases
  • Fraud, including insurance fraud
  • Judgment recovery
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To learn more about purchasing one or more models from the SecureNAS® Series and start benefiting from its suite of portable forensics tools, contact us today.

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The SecureNAS® Series: Works in Tandem with Third-Party Software to Provide an All-in-One Forensics Solution

All Ciphertex SecureNAS® models come with an array of additional features intended to aid your investigations at every stage:

High-Performance Processors

The Intel® Xeon® 4, 8, and 16 core processors provide high-density solutions, security, and acceleration capabilities that empower the Ciphertex SecureNAS® to uniquely support up to 4 imagers simultaneously while connecting notebook devices directly to the network for concurrent evidence examination.

Universal OS Compatibility

Ciphertex SecureNAS® devices come in both Linux ZFS and Windows servers to provide secure data storage across all server preferences. It’s compatible with all devices—you have the capability to use literally any OS.

Impenetrable Security

Ciphertex is FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Certified, adopting U.S. government practices for hardware and software security:

  1. Physical Security Door (with Key)
  2. AES-256 Encryption
  3. Ciphertex Protect® Hardware Encryption Key
  4. Multi-level Authentication
  5. Key Management
  6. Software-based Passwords
The exclusive portable design by Ciphertex® includes a locking aluminum front door to prevent data loss caused by drive theft or accidental removal of drives during operation.

Military Grade Encryption

Designed to meet digital evidence standards and certifications, Ciphertex SecureNAS® ensures compliance with relevant laws, maintaining chain of custody and data integrity to guarantee admissibility in a court of law.

  • FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Certified
  • FCC, CE, and UL Certification
  • ISO 9001:2015 with AS9100D Certified
  • NIST 800-88 Compliance
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Military Environmental Lab Testing Certified
  • GSA Schedule 70 Contract
  • NASA SEWP V

Portability

The exclusive rugged handle offers durable, easy portability, allowing for proper forensic analysis no matter where the source drive is located. Certified in a military-approved environmental test lab, the Ciphertex SecureNAS® is built to endure extreme conditions while guaranteeing complete data integrity and reliability. Its portability eliminates the need to rely on smaller, single drives, which are more prone to theft or loss.

Savings in Time and Money (Quick ROI)

From corporate security breaches to CSAM eDiscovery acquisitions, investigators can’t afford to waste a minute transporting or locating data. With Ciphertex®, you can:

  1. Begin reviewing data in the field
  2. Back up data
  3. Transport data securely
Save time and close cases efficiently with the Ciphertex SecureNAS®, your lab in the field.

Electronics Stored Information

Ciphertex SecureNAS® offers an innovative solution for investigation and litigation, supporting early assessment across industries such as government, public sector, healthcare, life sciences, and more. E-discovery refers to the process of identifying, preserving, collecting, analyzing, reviewing, and reducing electronically stored information (ESI), which can include emails, documents, images, spreadsheets, voice recordings, internet content, computer applications, and virtually any other form of digital data. This process has become increasingly critical in criminal proceedings and various government investigations.

E-Discovery Process

Electronic Discovery is an innovative solution that automates and accelerates the e-discovery process, providing attorneys with unprecedented access to valuable data relevant to legal proceedings. This advanced technology integrates various tools such as forensic data collection, processing and hosting, data analytics, document review, and contract management, significantly reducing manual, labor-intensive tasks. By streamlining the analysis and extraction of electronically stored information (ESI), e-discovery has gained popularity for its efficiency in handling vast amounts of data.

With a modern system for evaluating documentary evidence, legal teams can now obtain a comprehensive view of a case earlier, allowing for informed decisions on the best course of action. E-discovery solutions also help large enterprises reduce costs by streamlining the discovery process, benefiting both attorneys and clients. Early case evaluations enable lawyers to consider potential settlements or narrow the scope of collection efforts, making trial proceedings more cost-effective than ever before.

Customer Testimonials

MARYMAN
“Ciphertex has been our go-to company for encrypted storage for nearly two decades . . . Jerry Kaner and the Ciphertex team were able to get us the equipment needed in a very short amount of time.”

Joseph Greenfield, Ph.D VP and Chief Forensic Examiner, Maryman

Anonymous Forensics Project
"We perform large-scale e-discovery and forensics work for classified government agency projects. We’ve used several Ciphertex SecureNAS CX-160KSSD-X 480TB servers recently to great success for an ongoing project."

Large Enterprise Government contractor

Anonymous Forensics Project
"We were assigned the monumental task of handling a staggering 960 Terabytes of data across four locations, alongside an additional 175 Terabytes spread across three more locations, seemed like an insurmountable challenge. The urgency to transfer this vast amount of data to our forensic lab within a tight timeframe was daunting, especially considering the necessity for multiple examiners to analyze the data concurrently.

Navigating through various network environments, some of which demanded heightened security measures in a different data center, only added to the complexity. After multiple meetings and investigations in search of the most efficient and cost-effective solution, our team turned to Ciphertex Data Security, a reputable U.S.-based company headquartered in DC."

Large Enterprise Government contractor

Anonymous Government Contractor Project
"In our consultations with Ciphertex, their technical team proved invaluable, offering insightful advice that preemptively addressed potential delays. Within a mere week, we had the product in our possession. With swift implementation, our system was soon operational, requiring just a few additional days for software fine-tuning and setup adjustments before deployment.

Thanks to Ciphertex’s solution, our mission was accomplished seamlessly, meeting our deadlines and significantly reducing costs. Moreover, the versatility of their product allowed for immediate reuse in subsequent assignments through Ciphertex Instant Secure Erase feature. Ever since, Ciphertex has been a dependable ally whenever we’ve required their expertise and support."

Large Forensics Enterprise Government Contractor

Government Agency Project
"Our experience with Ciphertex was nothing short of exceptional. Entrusted with the critical task of relocating a substantial volume of data (480TB) from disparate locations to a highly secure data center boasting a distinct network environment, the stakes couldn’t have been higher. The data we handled was of utmost sensitivity, demanding foolproof protection throughout its journey.

Utilizing Ciphertex’s SecureNAS systems across three separate locations, we were equipped with encrypted solutions tailored to safeguard our valuable data. What’s more, with the flexibility to operate seamlessly across both 10G and 40G copper and fiber networks, Ciphertex’s technology proved adaptable to our diverse needs.Thanks to Ciphertex’s robust encryption protocols and efficient systems, the transfer of our encrypted data was executed flawlessly, without encountering any hiccups along the way. With peace of mind knowing our data was secure, we successfully completed our mission."

Large Government Agency

Anonymous Forensic Accounting Project
"Our team encountered a significant challenge relocating a vast amount of forensic accounting data from one state to Washington DC, requiring several machines each with a capacity of 275TB useable data. The scale of this task demanded a resilient and highly secure solution. We opted for Ciphertex’s SecureNAS systems to tackle this challenge. With their advanced encryption technology, these systems offered the perfect protection for our sensitive data. Transported via aircraft in durable travel cases, all our data arrived safely at its destination. Upon receiving the SecureNAS units, we were eager to put them to the test.

Once plugged in, they operated flawlessly, seamlessly integrating into our workflow without any issues. Thanks to Ciphertex’s dependable technology, our encrypted data transfer was executed smoothly, contributing to the successful completion of our forensic accounting project."

Large Government Agency

APA (American Photographers Association)
"I’ve been using the SecureNAS CX-40KSSD with 120TB storage for more than 8 years, and it’s incredibly convenient and user-friendly. I handle numerous high-res images and videos while constantly moving between studios. The SecureNAS is my go-to data backup and archive, offering top-notch security and encryption that gives my high-profile clients peace of mind. Because of the piracy issue in our industry, protecting digital video and photos is essential. The portability is also a nice touch as I frequently move from one studio to another.

I’ve also worked with the SecureNAS CX-80KSSD-X with 240TB of space. It’s been smooth, fast, and secure, saving me both time and money. Thanks, Ciphertex for providing such an excellent solution!"

Brooks Ayola Professional Photographer, APA

Ciphertex was able to deliver a very secure and robust portable NAS solution that met the United States Air Forces stringent requirements and everything was accomplished. Not an easy task. The USAF has very high security standards with regards to encryption and the need for a very customizable Portable Storage solution. From initial consultation with the USAF to make sure all of their needs were met, to sending evaluation NAS devices and hosting support calls, there was a very open and good exchange of ideas. Our partnership on this Storage project resulted in a volume order with the USAF and a successful deployment. Thanks very much to you and your staff for always being available for support and your professional courtesy. It was a pleasure working with you and we look forward to future projects!

Gary Mosso ATPGOV & Ace Technology Partners

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