KAPE

Kroll Artifact Parser and Extractor (KAPE) is a powerful and efficient tool designed for digital forensics and incident response. It specializes in targeted data collection, allowing investigators to quickly gather specific artifacts from systems, including registry hives, event logs, browser history, and user activity. Unlike traditional forensic imaging tools, KAPE focuses on artifact collection rather than creating full disk images, making it ideal for time-sensitive investigations. The tool is highly customizable, with pre-configured target modules for collecting common forensic data and parser modules for processing and analyzing the collected artifacts. KAPE can be run on live systems or mounted forensic images, ensuring that investigators can extract critical information without altering the original data. It’s particularly valued for its speed, efficiency, and ability to gather forensic evidence with minimal impact on the system under investigation.