The Brazilian Institute of Experts (IBP) performs forensic analyses in several areas, including Engineering (Electrical, Electronic, Telecommunications, Computing, Environmental and Occupational Safety), assessment of hazardous and unhealthy conditions, noise measurement, accident assessment and Economic Engineering.
IBP’s forensic teams are trained to identify, preserve and analyze evidence, using specialized laboratories and tools for the reconstruction of events and accidents, forensic reports and expert testimony.
The institution has contributed to developing and promoting the use of correct forensic methodology in high-technology fields, particularly in Computer Forensics, Information Technology, Computer Science and Computer Engineering. Its areas of expertise include:
- Technical and legal support in judicial expertise, litigation assistance, forensic auditing and corporate investigations;
- Identification, collection and preservation of forensic evidence following best practices;
- Conducting laboratory and field tests to support forensic examinations;
- Assessment of the quality and reliability of digital systems, projects and services;
- Analysis using forensic methodology of digital evidence, including computers, mobile devices, PDAs, cameras, storage media, multimedia content, data communication networks (LAN, WAN, Internet), web platforms, software, databases and complex computer systems;
- Investigations into unauthorized access, intrusion attempts and cybersecurity incidents.
- Examinations of data integrity, modification, destruction or theft of digital assets;
- Assessment of authenticity of digital evidence, including source verification and forensic integrity checks;
- Technical assessments and issuing of expert opinions in legal proceedings;
- Development, application and instruction of forensic methodology in information technology.
Forensic and Legal Engineering
In the field of Forensic and Legal Engineering, particularly in Electronic and Telecommunications Engineering, the work of IBP includes:
- Forensic examination of telecommunications systems, equipment and services;
- Evaluation of computer systems, software and digital electronic components;
- Identification and evaluation of irregularities in communication systems;
- Analysis of quality and security standards in communication and electronic systems;
- Investigation of failures, misuse or non-compliance in system operations;
- Verification of compliance with technical standards and contractual requirements.
These activities contribute to the advancement of forensic science and the application of technical knowledge in legal and investigative contexts.
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