Data Seizure in Virtualization: The process of capturing or taking control of data within a virtualized environment, often for forensic analysis or legal purposes. Data seizure in virtualization can be complex due to the dynamic and distributed nature of virtual machines (VMs) and their storage. Authorities or forensic experts must ensure the integrity and admissibility of the data by following established protocols and using specialized tools. This includes dealing with challenges such as capturing data without disrupting services, ensuring the consistency of snapshots, and maintaining the chain of custody for the data. Proper techniques ensure that the data seized can provide reliable evidence or insight into the state of the virtualized systems at the time of the seizure.