Cyber Magazine May 2022 | Page 36

The massive usage of cloud computing gave birth to new problems that require new solutions , such as cloud forensics

IMPACT OF ON-PREMISE TO CLOUD MIGRATION ON DIGITAL FORENSICS

The massive usage of cloud computing gave birth to new problems that require new solutions , such as cloud forensics
WRITTEN BY : BLAISE HOPE

Cloud computing has been on the rise over the past decade . So much so , that the technology is now an integral part of many operations and infrastructure worldwide , as it offers lower costs and better data management , among other benefits .

Some companies have continued using traditional data storage systems , such as on-premise servers . The industry has shown , however , that there has been a massive transition from on-premise to cloud infrastructure .
This trend , unfortunately , has its risks as it brings new opportunities for criminal activities . With its rapid evolution , the technology is replete with many unaddressed issues when it comes to digital forensics , particularly those related to the identification , preservation and acquisition of evidence in the cloud .
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