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Explore the forensic implications of advanced mobile security features in this 28-minute conference talk from DFIR Prague 2025. Compare Apple's Lockdown Mode and Advanced Data Protection with Google's Advanced Protection program introduced in Android 16, examining how these sophisticated security measures designed for high-risk users impact digital forensic investigations. Analyze the architectural differences between iOS and Android security implementations, understand how device and cloud-level protections affect forensic workflows, and learn practical techniques for identifying, preserving, and analyzing data on hardened mobile devices. Gain actionable insights for adapting investigative methodologies to work effectively with increasingly secure mobile environments, with specific focus on overcoming challenges posed by enhanced protection programs that enforce strict security controls at both device and cloud levels.
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Mobile device hardening: A forensic comparison of advanced protection programmes in IOS and Android
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SANS Digital Forensics and Incident Response