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AI can help in DFIR, but it cannot replace investigator judgement

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TL;DR - Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) is about judgement, not just tools - The difference between evidence and noise is context - AI can support DFIR investigations, but it cannot replace human reasoning Introduction In my previous blog post, I wrote about finding your path into DFIR; how to get started, where to focus your time, and why curiosity and good fundamentals matter more...
The article presents a compelling case for the irreplaceable role of human judgement in DFIR, particularly in an era where AI is increasingly integrated into both offensive and defensive cyber operations. The strongest version of this narrative highlights the limitations of AI in interpreting context, a task where human investigators excel by weaving together disparate artefacts into a coherent story. The piece effectively steelmans the argument by acknowledging AI's utility in automating repeti...