Temporal analysis of an iMessage communication exchange

Michelle Govan

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Abstract

Within forensic analysis temporal data can be essential when attempting to correlate, sequence and accurately reconstruct events, but irregularities and inconsistencies with some temporal data can introduce errors or yield contrasting portrayals of events. This paper models em-bedded temporal data associated with message exchanges within Apple's iMessage and explains discrepancies that occur, together with methods of identification, to ensure valid results are established. The forensic impact of multiple iOS enabled devices sharing a single Apple ID is also explored, including the identification of the device on which a message originated.
Original languageEnglish
Publication statusPublished - 10 Jun 2013
Externally publishedYes
EventThe 3rd International Conference on Cybercrime, Security and Digital Forensics - University of Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Duration: 10 Jun 201311 Jun 2013
https://personal.cis.strath.ac.uk/george.weir/cyfor/index.htm

Conference

ConferenceThe 3rd International Conference on Cybercrime, Security and Digital Forensics
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityCardiff
Period10/06/1311/06/13
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