Forensic Analysis of the NIST Hacking Case: Integrating Autopsy Tools and Artificial Intelligence in Teaching Digital Forensics

This article examines the forensic analysis of the NIST Hacking Case, where an abandoned laptop was found with potential traces of hacking. Through the use of the forensic tool Autopsy and consultation with ChatGPT, students conducted in-depth analysis, identifying artifacts, clues, and attempting to link the computer to the suspect. The results of the analysis, the methodology used during the research and the identified challenges provide insight into contemporary approaches to digital forensics.