South Africas premier Cybercrime & Digital Forensics practice in Cape Town & Pretoria
Digital Forenics, Cybercrime and Fraud investigation - all under one roof.
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South Africas premier Cybercrime & Digital Forensics Practice.
From crimescene to courtroom!
Having the right expert on board for your investigation is critical. Digital forensics is a far cry from “I’ll ask my IT Guy” in terms of the realities of what it takes to collect, interpret and present proper electronic evidence.
No – your IT Guy cannot perform forensic tasks. Forensics is discipline that requires very specific training, education and of course toolsets – these fall completely outside of the skillset of a conventional IT technician or even administrator. Engaging the wrong professional to assist could damage the admisibility of your digital evidence at court!
The term “Forensics” emanates from the Latin “In-Forensis” which translates loosely to “before the people” In keeping with this, forensics is effectively the presentation of data in a replicable and auditable manner without changing the original.
We do all forms of Digital Forensics such as Cybercrime investigation, Cellular Phone Analysis, Computer Forensics, Hard Drive Analysis, Device Acquisitions and Due Diligence Investigations all the way through to Expert Testimony.
We have several Certified Fraud Examiners IN HOUSE to assist with your financial crimes investigations as well as our OWN in-house Digital Forensics lab using the very best available tools and software based on global best practices.
Our Digital Forensics lab rates are affordable and accessible – get the evidence that YOU need for your CyberCrime and of course Fraud related investigations.
Our lab facilities are also available to the broader community of investigators, auditors and legal professionals who require chain of custody, acquisition and indexing but will be conducting their own investigations.
Our track record has seen us working on some of South Africa’s most prominent investigations into Fraud, Cybercrime and violent crimes. We ARE the meeting point between technology & investigative skills. We have our OWN internal lab facilities which means less evidence handling, faster turnaround times and a streamlined investigative cycle.
If you would like to find our why the “big names” and everyday clients choose TCG Digital Forensics, please get in touch and let’s discuss your specific requirements.
In digital forensics – experience and qualifications count!
Offering Digital Forensics as a service since 2006. Experience and sound practices are what makes the difference – and this is where we excel.
Full service offering
Part of our commitment to our clients is having our own internal lab staff, technical team and analysts. While we do contract in specialsits from time to time, our full time staff of over 20 are permanent team members.
Our Practice Areas
Computer Forensics
What we refer to as Digital Forensics. We have a full lab facility including best of breed software such as Magnet Axiom to ensure that we deliver time after time with the most presentable, user friendly results to our lab processes.
Cellular Phone Analysis
The knowledge that critical evidence exists and rests within a handset is a cause of frustration if one cannot access it in a forensically sound manner.
Cellular Spyware detection
In most spyware or malware cases, you will not notice your device is infected because it will be operating silently in the background, is barely noticeable and can disguise itself as an authentic application.
Forensic Investigations
Looking for a CFE in South Africa to conduct digital fraud investigations? We offer digital forensics services that can strengthen and protect your organisation.
Cybercrime Investigations
Business hubs such as Cape Town, Pretoria and Johannesburg are awash with crime syndicates who have perfected the art of identity theft and online fraud. All Cyber Crime Investigations including Business Email Compromise, extortion, Invoice scams and fraud are welcome.
Cyber Penetration Testing
Please note that while we do conduct Red Team exercises, we do not offer conventional pentest services. We will however gladly refer you to a suitably reputatble colleague.
Anton Piller orders
Execution of the digital aspects of Anton Piller Orders on a national basis.
We are able to assist with the review of the order, the execution and imaging on site into a chain of custody.
For more information on the execution of Anton Piller orders with digital components, please contact us directly.
Due Diligence Investigations
With rising levels of fraud, tender rigging, fronting and other commercial crimes in South Africa, it is imperative that a due diligence is conducted. We go well beyond the surface level using our internal OSINT team to ensure that no stone is left unturned.
Video Analysis
Video footage is essential to many court cases, as such it must be properly preserved, presented and narrated at court.
Our technical experts can assist from acquisition through to analysis and expert testimony.
Hard Disk Drive Analysis
Data recovery and hard disk drive analysis have always been seen as two separate skillsets within the IT industry. Not anymore
Image Enhancement
Our forensics team are able to provide static image enhancement as well as digital video enhancements. Please bear in mind that results depend on the quality of the original image.
Incident Response Team
Our IRT is able to deploy to your site quickly based on your incident response plan or we will work with you to create a plan based on your specific requirements. Please note that we do work with partner companies in terms of Incident Response.
Expert Testmiony - Digital Forensics
Our team are comfortable with testimony at CCMA hearings, internal disciplinary processes, magistrate and High court appearances. Please contact us directly to discuss your requirements.
Forensic Sciences
Want to learn more about the South African Academy of Forensic Sciences and it's members and disciplines?
We ascribe to the standars of the SAAFS. Find more details here:
https://www.saafs.org.za/
Financial Crime Investigators
Proudly associated with the International Association of Financial Crimes Investigators. Several of our staff hold the Certified CyberCrime Investigator (Ccci) designation via the IAFCI
Crypto Currency Investigations
We use the worlds leading Crypto Currency investigation toolsets to further our investigations around crypto transactions both locally and internationally.
OSINT
Open Source Intelligence refers to the use of publicly accessible information as well as databases to collect information in a structured manner. Information is gained from Public and Private databases, the surface web, deepweb and the darkweb.
Anton Piller Orders
One of the more complex tasks often assigned to a Digital Forensics team is the execution of an Anton Piller order. Anton Piller order is used as an ex-parte motion before the court to acquire exhibits. These often take the form of hard drives, usb devices, laptops etc.
Professional And Experienced Digital Forensics Firm
Why Choose TCG Forensics
Excellent Track Record
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Client Consutations
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Successful Cases
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Professional Attorneys
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Our Blogs
Everyday technology continues to evolve and grow, which means that Digital Forensics can be a really tough job. This is why it is so important to constantly learn from others and their experiences. Read all our latest blog posts and articles on the link below to gain an understanding of what we do and accomplish at TCG Digital Forensics as well as to learn more about the services we offer. Learn more about how our teams assist with the execution of Anton Piler orders and other forensic tasks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Forensic Investigator?
There’s much more to Forensic Investigation than just the title. While we often see conventional “PI’s” using the title, this is incorrectly done.
A Forensic Investigator applies scientific principles and methodology to the investigative task. In most Forensic Investigators you will find an underlying scientific discipline. This could be data-science, medical science etc. however there will be a scientific basis upon which their investigative efforts rest.
What qualifications does a Forensic Investigator have?
In South Africa a Forensic Investigator will typically have an underlying qualification in perhaps law, auditing, computer sciences or similar. In addition to these, they will hold an investigative certification which could be as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Forensic Practitioner (FP)SA for example.
Why does it matter which associations a Forensic Investigator belongs to?
It more than matters – it’s vital. Membership of the appropriate bodies means that the Forensic Investigator that you’re dealing with has been vetted as competent in their area of expertise – and most importantly that they are bound by a code of conduct and ethics.
What do Forensic Investigators charge in South Africa?
Much depends on the length and complexity of the engagement as well as the level of experience of the investigator. Rates can vary from R 950/ hour to R 3000/hour depending on experience and their underlying skills and qualifications.
What certifications do I look for?
You should ideally look for Forensic Investigators with the CFE or (FP)SA certifications who are able to show that their certifications are current and up to date (yes, they do expire if not regularly maintained).
You should ideally look for Forensic Investigators with the CFE or (FP)SA certifications who are able to show that their certifications are current and up to date (yes, they do expire if not regularly maintained).
What is special about a Forensic Report?
This is what separates Forensic Investigators from general investigators. The key is in the methodical approach, clear and direct findings as well as intricate cross reference to timelines and source/ evidentiary documentation. When drafting the report, your Forensic Investigator knows full well that the report will probably end up in court and he will need to substantiate each finding within it. These are meticulously drafted documents and each investigators formatting, and construction of his report will vary from the next. This is where the experience of the investigator shines through.
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