Computer Forensics

Hacker Genius Turned FBI Informant

March 6, 2012

Today, Hector Xavier Monsegur’s hacker-informant double life was revealed. Known as “Sabu” in the virtual world, Monsegur was allegedly the leader of a group of super hackers that fell under the names of “Anonymous”, “LulzSec” and “AntiSec”. But last June, the normally cautious Monsegur slipped up by logging into a chat room without masking his [...]

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From Vegas to Japan, Technology is a Buzz

January 10, 2012

The International CES (Computer Electronics Show) officially opens its doors this morning at its Las Vegas venue. Produced by the CEA (Computer Electronics Association), exhibitors divided into 15 technological categories will fill the 1.8 million square foot space at the Las Vegas Convention Centre. Some of the featured companies include Toon Boom Animation Inc., Audi [...]

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Private Bradley Manning’s First Public Appearance

December 16, 2011

Today, the day before his 24th birthday, Private Bradley Manning made his first court and public appearance since his arrest in May 2010. You may have seen the video Pfc. Manning allegedly released to WikiLeaks, dubbed “Collateral Murders,” that features American forces from Apache helicopters killing over 12 civilians (including two Reuters’ journalists) and wounding [...]

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Digital Gumshoes – Computer Forensics on the Rise

December 6, 2011

Today was the official grand opening of the New Mexico Regional Computer Forensics Laboratory (NMRCFL) located at the University of New Mexico. The role of the NMRCFL is to provide online and technological investigative services of the highest caliber to regional law enforcement. Participating agencies include the Albuquerque Police Department, the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office, [...]

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