Hello again, this one took some time to release, but I hope it helps! iCloud Shared Photo Library (SPL) was introduced during WWDC 2022 as a new feature within iOS 16. Since that time, there have been several articles and how-to videos regarding setting up and using iCloud Shared Photo Library, but I am notContinue reading “iCloud Shared Photo Library: Forensic Artifacts Explained”
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iLEAPP Parsers & Photos.sqlite Queries
After recently updating the Photos.sqlite queries I thought it might be time for me to build these queries into the great open-source iLEAPP project. I thought this might be a good way to document how I have converted the queries into iLEAPP parsers, additionally the types of artifacts being parsed using iLEAPP. The parsers areContinue reading “iLEAPP Parsers & Photos.sqlite Queries”
Update to Shared with You Syndication Media & Conversation Correlation
This update addresses a question regarding the correlation between Shared with You assets and conversation identifiers in the Apple iOS Photos.sqlite ZGENERICALBUM table. Through testing and research, previously overlooked data in the ZASSET and ZGENERICALBUM tables has provided a method of linking these assets to phone numbers or emails. This join applies to both the Local Photo Library and the Shared with You Syndication Photo Library. More details and updated queries are available on GitHub for further analysis.
Device Set-up – Transferring data to new iPhone & Effects to Photos.sqlite
This post provides an update on Local Photo Library (LPL) Photos.sqlite decoding in response to a DFIR Discord community member question. The update covers artifacts related to data transfer between Apple devices during setup and includes analysis of Photos.sqlite and insights into Apple Quick Start Transferring Data. The researcher also discusses the impact of their findings and the need for further testing.
Do you have a Full-Sized Asset…or just a Thumbnail? Did Optimized iPhone Storage process occur?
Hello everyone! During previous research, I’ve mentioned a few times that my test devices were using the Apple Photos application setting Optimize iPhone Storage in lieu of Download and Keep Originals setting. I’ve used this setting in the past because most devices I’ve encountered are using this setting. I’ve always had a curiosity about theContinue reading “Do you have a Full-Sized Asset…or just a Thumbnail? Did Optimized iPhone Storage process occur?”
Part B Filling a device internal storage for Optimize iPhone Storage Research
Part B Filling a device internal storage for Optimize iPhone Storage testing If you are reading this portion of the write-up about iCloud Photos and Optimize iPhone Storage, congratulations you have fell headfirst into the rabbit hole!! This is a good thing! More than likely, you’re asking yourself questions like why in the heck didContinue reading “Part B Filling a device internal storage for Optimize iPhone Storage Research”
Photos.sqlite ZINTERNALRESOURCE Table Reference Guide
This reference guide was built as a part of some research and testing I performed looking into the Photos.sqlite ZINTERNALRESOURCE table. During the research, I was able to interpret most of the values I encountered, but I was not able to decode everything. Additional research and testing are required. I will continue to update thisContinue reading “Photos.sqlite ZINTERNALRESOURCE Table Reference Guide”
Shared with You Syndication Photo Library – Message Attachments & Linked Assets
The Shared with You is a new feature that has been discussed within Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) videos and other developer videos. Generally, the comments made indicate that within iOS and other Apple Operating Systems this feature will allow a user to easily view and interact with links that have been shared by otherContinue reading “Shared with You Syndication Photo Library – Message Attachments & Linked Assets”
How to find iOS Hidden Assets
Hello again! There has been a lot of discussion and curiosity about the recent news that iOS 16 will have an enhanced Hidden assets feature. According to the press releases, this feature will allow a user to lock hidden assets behind the device Passcode, Touch ID, and/or Face ID. The question I believe most ofContinue reading “How to find iOS Hidden Assets”
Vehicle and iPhone Speed Comparison
As I stated in the future considerations section of the original research write-up, I contacted a few vehicle forensics experts and asked if they would like to assist me with some research and testing, they responded “Absolutely.” During a training event, the experts and I conducted a small test. Forensic Question During the test, IContinue reading “Vehicle and iPhone Speed Comparison”
The Forensic Scooter 