Introduction Stolen Device Protection (SDP) is a security feature introduced by Apple in iOS 17.3 and enhanced in later iOS releases. It is designed to protect users whose iPhone has been physically stolen, particularly when the thief has already learned the device passcode. Traditionally, knowledge of the passcode allowed an attacker to bypass many security […]

Introduction One of the most common questions asked during digital investigations is “If I delete a file, can the police recover it?” The answer is often yes, sometimes, or no, depending on numerous technical factors including: Digital forensic specialists routinely examine deleted data during criminal, civil, corporate, and regulatory investigations. What Happens When a File […]

Expert witness reports play a crucial role in legal proceedings by providing independent, specialist opinions on technical matters that are outside the knowledge of the court. In cases involving digital evidence, computer forensics, mobile phone examinations, financial investigations, engineering disputes, or medical negligence claims, expert witness reports help judges and legal professionals understand complex evidence […]

Introduction Gaming consoles are increasingly encountered during digital forensic investigations. Modern Xbox consoles, including the Xbox One and Xbox Series X, function as sophisticated computing devices capable of storing user accounts, communications, internet activity, multimedia content, cloud-synchronised data, and application artefacts. As a result, Xbox systems can contain valuable evidential data relevant to criminal, civil, […]

Introduction Deepfakes are synthetic media generated or manipulated using artificial intelligence techniques that can convincingly alter a person’s face, voice, speech, or actions. The term combines “deep learning” and “fake” and generally refers to media created using neural networks capable of synthesizing realistic human appearance and behaviour. Deepfake detection is the scientific and forensic process […]