Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) — Question 344

Digital investigations have adopted many of the same methodologies and protocols as other types of criminal or scientific inquiries.
What term pertains to the application of scientific norms and protocols to digital investigations?

Answer options

• A. Scientific
• B. Investigative
• C. Methodological
• D. Forensics

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is 'Forensics', as it specifically relates to the application of scientific methods to gather and analyze evidence in digital investigations. While 'Scientific' and 'Methodological' are related to the use of scientific principles, they do not directly imply the context of legal or investigative processes like forensics does. 'Investigative' is too broad and does not emphasize the scientific aspect.