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Cyber Forensic Expert in 2,000+ Cases Faces FBI Probe
- A cybersecurity and computer forensics expert in Minnesota is under FBI investigation for allegedly lying about his credentials, raising concerns about the validity of his testimony in over 2,000 court cases.
- Mark Lanterman, the expert in question, claimed to have degrees from Upsala College and Harvard University, but these claims are being disputed as no records have been found to verify his educational background.
- Allegations surfaced after attorney Sean Harrington raised concerns about Lanterman's testimony and educational qualifications during court cases.
- Lanterman's former clients accused his firm, Computer Forensic Services (CFS), of threatening to hold their data for ransom over billing disputes.
- The law firm Perkins Coie LLP found discrepancies in Lanterman's work history, including his alleged employment at Springfield Township Police Department.
- Perkins Coie asked the court to strike Lanterman's testimony due to lack of evidence supporting his educational background and work history claims.
- Lanterman admitted to attending an online cybersecurity course at Harvard, not completing postgraduate work at the university as he previously stated.
- Multiple cases where Lanterman testified may be reopened due to doubts cast on his credibility, potentially impacting the outcomes of these trials.
- Lanterman has not provided detailed responses to inquiries about his background and recent allegations, and he withdrew from a case after failing to appear in court.
- Concerns have been raised about Lanterman's integrity and the potential impact of his discredited testimony in various court cases.
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