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Cryptographic Hashes in CSAM Cases

The use of cryptographic hashes as evidence in cases involving child sexual abuse material (CSAM), including their admissibility and reliability in court.

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Jan 12, 2026

How do courts treat cryptographic hash evidence in CSAM prosecutions when original devices are missing?

Courts treat cryptographic hashes as powerful tools for identifying known CSAM but not as standalone proof of content when the original image or device is unavailable; admissibility hinges on authenti...