Developing an IoT forensic methodology. A concept proposal

Gómez, Juan Manuel Castelo; Mondéjar, Javier Carrillo; Roldán-Gómez, José; Martínez, José Luis

doi:10.1016/j.fsidi.2021.301114

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“…Figure 1 provides an illustrative framework of a smart-home ecosystem, encompassing the multitiered IoT architecture. The framework commences with sensor devices that gather environmental data, progressing through the network layer, which employs protocols (e.g., Zigbee, Bluetooth, Z-Wave, and Wi-Fi) to establish broader connectivity [17,18].…”

Section: Challenges Of Internet Of Things Digital Forensicsmentioning

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Research on Digital Forensics Analyzing Heterogeneous Internet of Things Incident Investigations

Shin,

Han,

Kim

et al. 2024

Applied Sciences

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In the landscape of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) in smart-home technology presents intricate challenges for digital forensics. This study investigates these challenges, focusing on developing forensic methodologies suitable for the diverse and complex world of smart-home IoT devices. This research is contextualized within the rising trend of interconnected smart homes and their associated cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Methodologically, we formulate a comprehensive approach combining open-source intelligence, application, network, and hardware analyses, aiming to accommodate the operational and data storage characteristics of various IoT devices. Extensive experiments were conducted on prevalent platforms, such as Samsung SmartThings, Aqara, QNAP NAS, and Hikvision IP cameras, to validate the proposed methodology. These experiments revealed crucial insights into the complexities of forensic data acquisition in smart-home environments, emphasizing the need for customized forensic strategies tailored to the specific attributes of various IoT devices. The study significantly advances the field of IoT digital forensics and provides a foundational framework for future explorations into broader IoT scenarios. It underscores the need for evolving forensic methodologies to keep pace with rapid technological advancements in IoT.

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Section: Challenges Of Internet Of Things Digital Forensicsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Research on Digital Forensics Analyzing Heterogeneous Internet of Things Incident Investigations

Shin,

Han,

Kim

et al. 2024

Applied Sciences

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“…However, at present, research focused on forensic methodologies, and techniques to collect evidential artifacts in virtual reality environments is still in its nascent stage (Yarramreddy et al, 2018). Moreover, there are not many digital forensic tools suitable for IoT and VR systems forensic investigations due to compatibility with the system that is being examined and also given the variety of existing firmware and operating systems (Castelo G omez et al, 2021). Hence, forensic readiness and future research into frameworks and the development of tools to enable investigators to conduct sound forensic investigations in the near future are crucial.…”

Section: Forensic Challenges In Xr and Vr Environmentsmentioning

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Digital forensics challenges and readiness for 6G Internet of Things (IoT) networks

Akinbi

2023

WIREs Forensic Science

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The development of sixth‐generation (6G) wireless communication technology is expected to provide super high‐speed data transmission, and advanced network performance than the current fifth‐generation (5G) and be fully functional by the 2030s. This development will have a significant impact and add improvements to digital extended reality (XR), autonomous systems, vehicular ad hoc networks (VANETs), artificial intelligence (AI), underwater communications, blockchain technology, pervasive biomedical informatics and smart cities built on the digital infrastructure backbone of the Internet of Things (IoT). The ubiquitous nature of this large‐scale 6G‐enabled IoT that offers faster connectivity capabilities and integrates both terrestrial and non‐terrestrial networks will not only create new data security and privacy issues but also provide a treasure trove of digital evidence useful for digital forensic examiners investigating security incidents and cybercrime. However, for digital forensic examiners, evidence collection, preservation and analysis will become a priority in the successful deployment of 6G IoT networks. In this study, we define key applications of 6G network technology to the Internet of Things and its existing architectures. The survey introduces potential digital forensic challenges and related issues affecting digital forensic investigations specific to 6G IoT networks. Finally, we highlight and discuss forensic readiness and future research directions for identified challenges within the 6G IoT network environments.This article is categorized under: Digital and Multimedia Science > IoT Forensics

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“…The physical accessibility of the devices can be a real problem for IoT forensic investigators. This comes from the fact that the devices connected on the same network might be in different places, and, even more, at great distances one from each other [26].…”

Section: The Difficulties Confronted By Iot Forensicsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Most of these devices do not carry out complicated tasks, as they are designed to perform simple tasks and exchange data between them. Many of the devices which are a part of the IoT have a small amount of storage [26]. This means that the information extracted from a single device usually does not offer much evidence, so it must be coordinated with other information.…”

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Forensic challenges regarding the Internet of Things

Franţ

2023

SHS Web Conf.

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The Internet of Things brings many benefits to our society, but its advantages come with a price, namely with a huge opportunity for those who want to commit cybercrime. To fight against this kind of criminality, investigators must use appropriate methods. The Forensics of the Internet of Things (IoT) has evolved from “traditional” Digital Forensics, and includes, among other activities, the identification of the devices related to a certain crime, collecting the digital evidence in a form which can be used in front of the judicial bodies, the analysis, and the extraction of all possible information from the collected data, and the preservation of the evidence. The Forensics of IoT must face specific issues, mainly generated by the extraordinary large number of IoT devices and by the great diversity of these devices. An important problem is that data analysis is very difficult to perform, because of different data formats used by the components of IoT. In the forensic investigations related to the IoT, an important concern refers to privacy protection. Overall, IoT Forensics is a challenging field, but we must search for suitable solutions, because ensuring security for IoT is a very important aim.

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Developing an IoT forensic methodology. A concept proposal

Cited by 9 publications

References 3 publications

Research on Digital Forensics Analyzing Heterogeneous Internet of Things Incident Investigations

Research on Digital Forensics Analyzing Heterogeneous Internet of Things Incident Investigations

Digital forensics challenges and readiness for 6G Internet of Things (IoT) networks

Forensic challenges regarding the Internet of Things

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