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  • Computer Science

Background:

  • Existing random access memory (RAM) acquisition tool comparisons are often limited in scope or outdated.
  • There is a need for evaluating modern RAM acquisition tools compatible with current 64-bit Windows operating systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate and compare seven widely used shareware, freeware, or open-source RAM acquisition forensic tools.
  • To assess tool compatibility with the latest 64-bit Windows operating systems.

Main Methods:

  • Comparison of user interface capabilities, platform limitations, and reporting features.
  • Analysis of total execution time, DLL usage (shared and proprietary), modified registry keys, and invoked files.
  • Evaluation of system 'fingerprints' left by each tool during memory acquisition.

Main Results:

  • Windows Memory Reader and Belkasoft's Live Ram Capturer demonstrated minimal memory 'fingerprints'.
  • ProDiscover and FTK Imager exhibited poor performance regarding memory usage, processing time, and artifact introduction.
  • Belkasoft's Live Ram Capturer was the fastest tool for memory imaging, while Pro Discover was the slowest.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides a comprehensive comparison of modern RAM acquisition tools for digital forensics.
  • Tool selection should consider factors like performance, system impact, and compatibility with current operating systems.