The DFRWS USA 2024 Conference will be held Tuesday, July 9 through Friday, July 12 as a hybrid event in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA.

DFRWS (Digital Forensic Research Conference) is an annual event that brings together experts from academia, industry, government, and law enforcement to discuss the latest research and developments in the field of digital forensics. The conference focuses on advancing the science and practice of digital forensics and is renowned for its high-quality technical presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities. It serves as a platform for researchers and practitioners to exchange ideas, share insights, and collaborate on addressing the challenges of digital investigation and forensic analysis.

Topics of Interest

DFRWS welcomes new perspectives that push the envelope of what is currently possible in digital forensics. Potential topics to be addressed by submissions include, but are not limited to:

• Machine learning and data mining for digital evidence extraction/query
• Malware and targeted attacks (analysis and attribution)
• Forensics analysis and visualization of Big Data
• Non-traditional forensic scenarios/contexts
• Network and distributed system forensics
• Mobile and embedded device forensics
• Cloud and virtualized environments
• Vehicle forensics (e.g., drones, cars)
• SCADA / industrial control systems
• Covert channels (e.g., TOR, VPN)
• Additive manufacturing / 3D printers
• Medical devices
• Smart power grids
• Smart buildings
• Virtual currency
• Digital forensic preparedness/readiness
• Digital investigation case management
• Digital evidence sharing and exchange
• Digital forensic triage/survey
• Digital forensic tool validation
• Event reconstruction methods and tools
• Digital evidence and the law
• Case studies and trend reports
• Anti-forensics and anti-anti-forensics