New iOS Geolocation Artifacts, iOS Location Shenanigans, Time Zones, Do You Realm?, and The Meme Of The Week!

Digital Forensics Now

Ever wondered how to make the most of data analysis tools like iOS Spotlight Store DB and Realm Databases? We're here to share our experiences, tips, and favorite resources to help you elevate your data extraction skills. Join us, as we discuss the amazing work of Yogesh Khatri, the creator of a game-changing parser and as we guide you through the vast world of data extraction and analysis techniques.
We begin our journey with iOS Spotlight Store DB, revealing the treasures hidden within and how to use Yogesh's parser to uncover its secrets. We then navigate through Realm Databases, sharing our encounters with data stores and tools for parsing extracted data. We also share our personal workflow process, granting you a peek into our data analysis strategies. But we're not done yet. Our adventure takes a detour towards Google Maps Geolocation Artifacts, where we highlight the amazing work of The Binary Hick and his research of the audio files and geolocation points related to navigation.
Finally, we explore the nuanced art of analyzing timestamps and locations in images, revealing a fascinating intersection of data and intent. We share how we use Python scripts, manual offsets, and more to make data time-zone aware. Wrapping up our discussion, we emphasize the vitality of research in data analysis and the role of code in automation. So, buckle up for a thrilling ride into the mesmerizing world of data extraction and analysis. You'll come out the other side armed with fresh insights and new tools at your disposal.
Notes:
iOS Spotlight store.db:
https://github.com/ydkhatri/spotlight_parser
Realm Databases:
https://www.mongodb.com/docs/realm/studio/
The Binary Hick-Finding Phones with Google Maps:
https://thebinaryhick.blog/2023/10/17/finding-phones-with-google-maps-part-1-android/
iOS Media Adjustments:
https://www.doubleblak.com/blogPosts.php?id=23