We previously tested disk imaging speeds using high-performance storage devices. But raw speed is only part of the equation. Even under ideal conditions, getting a fully correct and complete image can be tricky. And achieving peak speed consi...

Artificial intelligence is everywhere – from phones that guess your next move to fridges that shop for you. It’s only natural to ask whether AI can help in a more serious domain: digital forensics, specifically password cracking. The idea sounds promising: use large language models (LLMs) to produce rules and templates for guessing highly probable password variants, prioritiz...

Over the years, we’ve published numerous guides on installing the iOS Forensic Toolkit extraction agent and troubleshooting issues. As both the tool and its environment evolved, so did our documentation – often leading to outdated or scattered information. This article consolidates and updates everything in one place, detailing the correct installation and troubleshooting pro...

Apple’s unified logging system offers a wealth of information for forensic investigators analyzing iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, and other devices from Apple ecosystems. Originally designed for debugging and diagnostics, these logs capture a continuous stream of detailed system activity – including app behavior, biometric events, power state changes, and connectivity transition...

In June 2025, headlines shouted that 16 billion passwords had leaked. Major outlets warned that credentials for Apple, Google, and other platforms were now exposed. As expected, this triggered a wave of public anxiety and standard advice: change your passwords immediately. Upon closer examination, however, technical sources clarified the situation. This was not a new breach, ...