Cyber Forensics Lab inaugurated at GITAM School of Technology Hyderabad
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Hyderabad: GITAM School of Technology has announced the inauguration of its cutting-edge Cyber Forensics Lab, a significant milestone in the institution’s commitment to advance research and consultancy in cyber security. The lab was officially inaugurated on Wednesday by Shikha Goel, Additional Director General of Police-CID and Director of the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau, in the presence of faculty, scholars, and university officials.
The newly established Cyber Forensics Lab is equipped with the latest technology, featuring 60 Dell OptiPlex SFF 7010 systems powered by Intel Core™ i7 processors of the 13th generation, each with a processing capacity of 2.10GHz, 32 GB RAM, and 512GB SSD. The lab also includes advanced GeForce RTX 3050 graphics cards, 22-inch Dell LED monitors, and a two comprehensive Digital Forensic Workstations with 128 GB RAM. The facility is equipped with a TX1 Forensic Duplicator and an educational license for 30 users over three years, alongside various supporting equipment and storage drives.
In her inaugural address, Shikha Goel expressed her enthusiasm for the lab and its potential to significantly contribute to the development of cyber forensics. She encouraged faculty, research scholars, and students at GITAM to fully utilize the facility for groundbreaking research projects and consultancy work, emphasizing the importance of cyber security in today’s digital landscape. “The challenges in cybercrime are evolving, and it is imperative that we equip ourselves with the necessary skills and knowledge to combat these threats”, she stated.
Prof DS Rao, Pro Vice-Chancellor of GITAM, and Prof. V. Rama Sastry, Director of the School of Technology and Dean of Core Engineering, along with Prof. N. Seetaramaiah, Associate Director, and other heads of departments, were present at the inauguration. The Cyber Forensics Lab at GITAM School of Technology is set to enhance the institution’s capabilities in cyber security education and research, ensuring that students and faculty are well-equipped to tackle the challenges in this rapidly evolving field.
