Evaluation of the Implementation of Digital Forensic Readiness at the Managerial Level (a Study of Policy, Competencies, Risks, and Incidents)

Abstract

The massive digital transformation implemented in Indonesia to address global challenges has had a significant impact, such as improved accuracy, efficiency, performance, and accessibility across various sectors. The increase in the number and complexity of cyberattacks is directly proportional to the positive impact offered. A 2023 BSSN report revealed over 603 million cyberattacks in Indonesia. This situation demands robust cybersecurity resilience. Forensics now functions not only as a technical domain but also as an integral part of strategy and risk management. The concept of Digital Forensic Readiness (DFR) is crucial in ensuring an organization’s preparedness to manage digital evidence during an incident. The implementation of DFR has not yet been widely adopted. The objective of this study is to identify and analyze digital forensic readiness at universities using the COBIT 2019 framework. The results of this study indicate that the majority of universities are at capability level 3, with a gap of 2 or established process across all components. However, discrepancies were found between the reported capability levels and their actual implementation. Therefore, it is recommended that all universities conduct periodic evaluations and implement recommendations tailored to the specific conditions and needs of each institution.