When a security incident occurs, the first hours are critical. Evidence degrades. Logs get overwritten. The window to understand what happened — and who did it — closes quickly.
Crimson Wall's digital forensics team responds rapidly to security incidents, preserving and analysing evidence in accordance with industry-standard forensic practices. Whether the incident involves an external attacker, a malicious insider, or an accidental breach, we determine what happened, what was compromised, and what needs to happen next.
Our findings are documented in a format suitable for internal disciplinary proceedings, regulatory reporting, or criminal investigation — and we work alongside our legal partners when legal action is required.
Our forensics capabilities
Intrusion Investigation
Forensic analysis of external attacks to determine how entry was gained, what was accessed, and what damage was done.
Internal Investigations
Investigation of suspected employee misconduct, data theft, or policy violations with legally sound evidence handling.
Evidence Preservation
Forensically sound acquisition of digital evidence with full chain-of-custody documentation for legal proceedings.
Regulatory Compliance
Assistance with POPIA breach notification requirements and documentation for the Information Regulator.
What you get
- Rapid on-site response to preserve evidence before it degrades
- A forensic report detailing the timeline, scope, and impact of the incident
- Evidence in a format suitable for disciplinary hearings or criminal prosecution
- Assistance with POPIA notification obligations where personal information is involved
- Post-incident recommendations to reduce the likelihood of recurrence
Time is critical: Digital evidence is fragile. Logs are overwritten, devices are rebooted, and forensic opportunities are lost. If you suspect an incident has occurred, contact us immediately — even before you're certain of the scope.