The digital forensics market size was valued at US$ 6.03 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 12.66 billion by 2031; it is expected to register a CAGR of 11.5% during 2025-2031.

The digital forensics market is segmented into five major regions-North America, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC), the Middle East & Africa (MEA), and South & Central America. North America dominated the digital forensics market in 2024. Europe is the second-largest contributor to the global digital forensics market, followed by Asia Pacific.

The digital forensics market in APAC is segmented into China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, and the Rest of APAC. Australia, China, Japan, India, South Korea, and the Rest of APAC are the major contributors to the digital forensics market in this region. The Asia Pacific region is emerging as one of the fastest-growing markets for digital forensics, fueled by rapid digital transformation, increasing internet penetration, and rising cyber threats. Nations such as China, India, Japan, Australia, and South Korea are witnessing growing investments in cybersecurity infrastructure, driven by the need to protect critical industries, government agencies, and expanding digital economies. The surge in cybercrime, data breaches, and regulatory requirements around data privacy is prompting public and private sectors to enhance their forensic capabilities. Further, the proliferation of smartphones, cloud computing, and IoT devices has amplified the complexity of digital evidence, increasing demand for specialized forensic tools and services tailored to diverse technological environments. Regional governments are strengthening their cybersecurity policies and frameworks, further driving market growth.

According to a February 2024 report by Global Finance & Technology Network Limited, organizations in Japan faced an average of 1,003 cyberattacks per week, with the FakeUpdates malware emerging as the most prevalent threat. Email remains the primary delivery channel for malicious files, while Remote Code Execution (RCE) stands out as the most commonly exploited vulnerability. Recent high-profile incidents-including sophisticated malware campaigns linked to nation-state actors, cyberattacks targeting major entities like Nissan and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), and data breaches affecting the University of Tokyo and CASIO-underscore the growing complexity and scale of cyber threats in Japan. These developments have intensified the need for advanced digital forensics capabilities, as organizations seek to swiftly detect, investigate, and mitigate breaches. Digital forensics plays a vital role in incident response, allowing security teams to trace attack origins, understand methods used, and preserve critical evidence for legal or regulatory proceedings. As Japanese institutions prioritize cybersecurity resilience, investment in digital forensics technologies and expertise is accelerating, positioning it as a strategic component of national and enterprise-level cybersecurity frameworks.

Based on the industry vertical, the digital forensics market is segmented into government and defense, law enforcement, BFSI, IT and telecom, healthcare, retail, and others. The government and defense segment held the largest digital forensics market share. The government and defense sector is a critical end user in the digital forensics market owing to its inherent need for national security and intelligence gathering. Governments worldwide increasingly rely on digital forensics to safeguard sensitive information, protect against cyber warfare, and combat terrorism. Digital forensics in this sector involves analyzing digital evidence related to cyberattacks, espionage, and insider threats. Defense agencies use advanced forensic tools to trace cyber intrusions, attribute attacks, and develop countermeasures to protect critical infrastructure. Furthermore, government bodies utilize digital forensics to support investigations related to corruption, fraud, and other cyber-enabled crimes. Given the sophistication of cyber threats faced by governments and defense establishments, there is a growing demand for cutting-edge forensic technologies and expert services to ensure data integrity, timely incident response, and robust cybersecurity frameworks. This end use segment is a significant driver for innovation in forensic solutions, especially those designed for handling classified and large-scale digital evidence.

Microsoft Corp, International Business Machines Corp, Open Text Corp, Cisco Systems Inc, Cellebrite DI Ltd., Nuix Limited, Magnet Forensics, Paraben Corporation, Exterro, and Oxygen Forensics are among the key digital forensics market players that are profiled in this market study.

The overall digital forensics market size has been derived using both primary and secondary sources. Exhaustive secondary research has been conducted using internal and external sources to obtain qualitative and quantitative information related to the digital forensics market size. The process also helps obtain an overview and forecast of the market with respect to all the market segments. Also, multiple primary interviews have been conducted with industry participants to validate the data and gain analytical insights. This process includes industry experts such as VPs, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers, along with external consultants such as valuation experts, research analysts, and key opinion leaders, specializing in the digital forensics market.