Korey, a data mining specialist in a knowledge processing firm DataHub.com, reported his CISO that he has lost certain sensitive data stored on his laptop. The
CISO wants his forensics investigation team to find if the data loss was accident or intentional. In which of the following category this case will fall?
An administrative investigation is conducted within an organization to determine the circumstances and responsibilities related to incidents such as data loss. The primary focus is on internal policies, procedures, and potential administrative actions rather than legal or criminal proceedings.
The other options are not correct: A. Civil Investigation: Typically conducted in relation to civil lawsuits or legal disputes. C. Both Civil and Criminal Investigations: While the incident may potentially lead to legal consequences, the initial investigation is focused on determining the facts and circumstances, which falls under administrative investigation. D. Criminal Investigation: Typically conducted by law enforcement agencies to investigate criminal offenses, which is not the primary focus in this scenario.
The case of determining whether the data loss was accidental or intentional falls under: B. Administrative Investigation An administrative investigation is conducted within an organization to determine the circumstances and responsibilities related to incidents such as data loss. The primary focus is on internal policies, procedures, and potential administrative actions rather than legal or criminal proceedings.