Anti-Forensics
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Also known as: counter-forensics, evidence destruction techniques
Last updated August 9, 2026
Definition
Anti-forensics are techniques that hinder investigation — secure deletion, encryption, log wiping, or timestomping — used by attackers and also overlapping with legitimate privacy tools.
Real-World Example
Malware that wipes event logs after stealing files is practicing anti-forensics.
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