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PALADIN 2.0

Forensic Acquisition and Preview - Simplified

PALADIN 2.0 is a modified Live Linux distribution based on Ubuntu that simplifies the process of creating forensic images in a forensically sound manner. PALADIN was designed with the understanding that many of those tasked with creating forensic images are not comfortable with using the command-line but still want to utilize the power of Linux. PALADIN was also designed with the understanding that many agencies or companies have limited budgets.  PALADIN comes in two flavors - the free CD version and as a credit-card style USB which can be purchased for $49.95 USD.

Why Use PALADIN?

  • PALADIN CD version is always free!
  • PALADIN is incredibly easy to use and eliminates the need to remember confusing commands and switches.
  • PALADIN will work on any computer or hardware that is supported by Ubuntu Linux.
  • PALADIN allows a user to safely image and preview internal hard drives without having to disassemble the computer or laptop.
  • PALADIN has been modified to write-protect all attached media upon boot thereby preventing accidental writes or having to use expensive physical write-blockers.

PALADIN Key Features

  • Boot standard PCs and Intel Macs in a forensically sound manner (including the original MacBook Air)
  • Image to several formats including Expert Witness (.E01), Apple Disk Image (.dmg) and Raw (.dd)
  • Clone devices
  • Create two forensic images or clones at the same time
  • Image across a network
  • Format any drive as NTFS, HFS+, FAT32 or EXT3
  • Create a forensic image of only the Unallocated Space, Free Space and File Slack
  • Quickly wipe (sterilize), verify and hash media
  • Automatically update via Internet
  • Search and preview media by file name, keywords or MIME types

PALADIN USB Key Features

  • Wicked-cool credit-card style USB thumbdrive!
  • Much quicker startup times compared to the CD version
  • Ability to store logs, reports, screen captures or whatever to the PALADIN thumbdrive.

PALADIN USB currently does not support booting of Intel Macs, however, this is supported by the free CD version of PALADIN which can be downloaded from www.sumuri.com after registering on the website.

PALADIN Forums and Support

PALADIN CD version is provided as a courtesy from Sumuri.  We do our best to answer any questions that may arise.  There are some steps you can take yourself to try to answer any questions you may have about features, support or troubleshooting.  First, PALADIN is based on Ubuntu.  Any hardware issues you encounter can be most likely be solved by checking the Ubuntu support sites such as https://help.ubuntu.com/.

Additionally, Sumuri has a forum for PALADIN where you can post your questions and receive help from the PALADIN community.  Access to the forums is granted after registration.

PALADIN Fundraising

Show the love!

You can help us keep the CD version of PALADIN free for everyone purchasing the USB version of PALADIN or by proudly wearing or displaying Paladin and/or Sumuri apparel.

All proceeds from the sale of PALADIN USB, apparel and gifts are used to fund development and keep the CD version free for everyone!

PALADIN USB can be purchased here.

PALADIN AND SUMURI gifts and apparel be found here.

SUMURI Upcoming Training (Discounts Available for LE/GOV/EDU)

02-27-2012 - 03-02-2012
Location: Santa Cruz Police Department

03-26-2012 - 03-30-2012
Location: Gwinnett County Police Department Training Center

05-14-2012 - 05-18-2012
Location: Santa Cruz Police Department

05-14-2012 - 05-18-2012
Location: Wingate by Wyndham - DC Area

05-21-2012 - 05-25-2012
Location: Rockland County Police Academy (NY)

06-11-2012 - 06-15-2012
Location: Bundeskriminalamt (Federal Criminal Police Office)

06-25-2012 - 06-29-2012
Location: Portland Police Bureau

07-09-2012 - 07-13-2012
Location: Gwinnett County Police Department Training Center

07-23-2012 - 07-27-2012
Location: Santa Cruz Police Department