Autopsy is a digital forensic analysis platform and evidence management suite used to process disk images and file systems. It provides a graphical interface for performing deep forensic examinations of computer hard drives to identify and extract digital artifacts for investigations.
The platform is built as a Java-based forensic framework that integrates native libraries to perform direct disk image analysis. It utilizes a modular architecture, allowing for the extension of data ingestion and report generation through the use of plugins.
The system manages digital evidence within a centralized workspace, organizing forensic metadata and analysis results across multiple case files. It covers broad capability areas including digital evidence management, forensic tool customization, and the automation of data workflows.