Corporate digital forensics teams are fighting an uphill battle in 2025, facing evolving cyberattack techniques while struggling with internal obstacles. This report reveals a concerning drop in leadership recognition of DFIR's importance, despite these teams being critical for risk management, governance, and regulatory compliance. Remote collection remains problematic in today's hybrid work environment, while mobile device investigations continue to grow in complexity. Budget constraints, fragmented toolsets, and IT integration challenges add to their woes.

Download this essential report to understand how the rapid adoption of AI (skyrocketing from 21% to 94% in just one year) and SaaS-based forensic tools are transforming the DFIR landscape and overcoming the above concerns. The comprehensive analysis provides actionable insights that will help your organization:

• Properly equip and integrate your DFIR function within broader risk management

• Address the growing challenges of remote collection and mobile device forensics

• Overcome common internal obstacles that impede investigations

• Leverage emerging technologies like AI and SaaS to improve efficiency and effectiveness

• Recognize and properly value the specialized skills your DFIR team brings to compliance, governance, and security efforts