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DFIR Advanced Smartphone Forensics

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DFIR Advanced Smartphone Forensics (PDF, 1.55MB)Published: 29 Apr, 2024
Created by:
Heather BarnhartDomenica (Lee) CrognaleMattia Epifani
Heather Barnhart, Domenica (Lee) Crognale & Mattia Epifani

Digital forensic investigations increasingly depend on data from smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices, which often yield the most relevant information per gigabyte examined due to their personal nature. The Advanced Smartphone Forensics Poster provides a concise guide through the mobile forensic process, ensuring your examination results are robust and defensible.

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Heather Barnhart

Heather Barnhart

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Heather Barnhart is the VP of Curriculum at SANS Institute, where she shapes the future of all SANS courses and trainings. She is also Dean of Faculty at the SANS Technology Institute, the premier college for cybersecurity.

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Domenica Crognale

Domenica (Lee) Crognale

Senior Instructor

Domenica brings 20 years of mobile forensics experience supporting U.S. federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies while leading global training programs for elite investigative units including FBI and military special operations forces.

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Mattia Epifani

Mattia Epifani

Senior Instructor

Mattia Epifani pioneered methodologies for extracting critical evidence from encrypted mobile ecosystems, including iOS and Apple Watch. His groundbreaking work has become foundational for law enforcement and forensic analysts worldwide.

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