'Digital Evidence from Mobile Devices'
Western Rooms, Liverpool Cathedral, 25th January 2005

In 1965 Gordon Moore wrote in Electronic Magazine his theory on the potential for computational evolution that technical advances would increase “at a factored rate of double per year”.

Whilst his law has since been tempered, based on actual industry development life-cycles, his prophetic statement still holds largely true and today there is almost no walk of life or industry where computers and information networks have not become deeply integrated.  Criminals have moved in step with technical advances discovering ways in which to leverage IT to facilitate the commissioning of offences. In many instances this is old, or conventional, crime perpetrated using new approaches that are reliant on technology.

Technological advances have created mobile communication devices - from Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) to mobile telephones capable of browsing the Internet and accessing email.  Whilst mobile devices such as telephones can hold only a relatively small amount of data when compared to desktop computers, the information embedded within such modules can be extremely revealing.  Mobile telephones contain memory modules and data storage areas where digital evidence can be found - evidence that prove a crucial part of a criminal or civil prosecution.  Text messages that have long been deleted may be recovered, providing a revealing look at intentions and actions.  Call history between mobiles and landlines helps provide detail on acquaintances and relationships.  Cell site analysis (also known as 'timing advance') can allow the physical movement of a handset to be plotted - illustrating where a suspect may have moved to and from over a period of time.  Forensic evaluations of mobile devices can reveal a wealth of material of value to investigators and legal specialists.

DIGITAL EVIDENCE ON MOBILE DEVICES
5pm 25th January 2006 Anglican Cathedral
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This seminar will explore how the continued proliferation of mobile IT and communication devices have created new silos of electronic evidence.  The role of digital forensics in modern law will be examined, with a review of current and proposed legislation relating to this discipline.  Demystify the technology and practice of securing electronic evidence - this briefing is an opportunity to have your questions answered by certified specialists.

Case studies and technical demonstrations bring textbook theory to life making this more than a  more about this practice and identify what cases could benefit from having the support of a forensic specialist.  Network with security experts, researchers and practitioners and have your questions answered in an informal setting.

Join Hogan Brown on the evening of the 25th January for a FREE seminar on ‘Digital Evidence from Mobile Devices’.  Hosted at the Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, running from 5pm in the Western Rooms.