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Digital Forensics Now
Heather Charpentier & Alexis "Brigs" Brignoni
40 episodes
4 days ago
Send us a text This episode digs into the habits that actually hold up: learning from CTF wins and post-event reviews, exploring scholarships and Reno trainings that build technical muscle, and walking through expert-witness prep that turns courtroom stress into structured, confident testimony. We’ll unpack Brett Shavers’ reminder that truth alone doesn’t win cases—procedure, documentation, and bias-aware methods do. Clear writing matters too; vague language can undermine solid work. On the t...
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Send us a text This episode digs into the habits that actually hold up: learning from CTF wins and post-event reviews, exploring scholarships and Reno trainings that build technical muscle, and walking through expert-witness prep that turns courtroom stress into structured, confident testimony. We’ll unpack Brett Shavers’ reminder that truth alone doesn’t win cases—procedure, documentation, and bias-aware methods do. Clear writing matters too; vague language can undermine solid work. On the t...
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Digital Forensics Now
Brett Shavers Blogging Extravaganza!
Send us a text This episode digs into the habits that actually hold up: learning from CTF wins and post-event reviews, exploring scholarships and Reno trainings that build technical muscle, and walking through expert-witness prep that turns courtroom stress into structured, confident testimony. We’ll unpack Brett Shavers’ reminder that truth alone doesn’t win cases—procedure, documentation, and bias-aware methods do. Clear writing matters too; vague language can undermine solid work. On the t...
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4 days ago
1 hour 14 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
Blogs, blogs & blogs!
Send us a text A baby camel, a high-speed chase, and a heartfelt tribute set the stage for a season opener that is equal parts human and hard-nosed. We pause to honor Mark Baker, mentor, officer, and friend. This episode spotlights a free Belkasoft AI course along with the much-anticipated release of Rabbit Hole v3, designed to tackle complex data structures. From there, it is all about blogs, and there are plenty of them. Mattia explores extraction nuances, showing how AFU versus BFU states ...
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1 month ago
1 hour 14 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
DFN: 2nd Anniversary
Send us a text We celebrate our two-year podcast anniversary and discuss the importance of thorough case preparation for CSAM cases, courtroom experience, and extracting evidence from iOS devices. • SANS Difference Maker Awards open for nominations through September 15th across multiple categories • AI debate webinar with Magnet Forensics scheduled for September 17th • Binary Hick's blogs reveal insights on iOS search party and Samsung's Rubin and Digital Wellbeing databases • Discussion on ...
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2 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
From Cryptic Apps to Clickable Maps: Making Sense of Digital Evidence
Send us a text We're back! After a short break we are back to discuss the growing crossover between real-world events and digital evidence in court cases, highlighting how device data can make or break timelines in high-stakes investigations. This episode covers: Ian Whiffin’s latest forensic work, including iOS power log timestamps, Apple Health data reliability, iPhone battery temperature readings, and IR Doppler functionality – with examples of how these artifacts were used in a recent hom...
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3 months ago
1 hour 16 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
Techno, Timeline, and Training Truths
Send us a text We kick off this episode with highlights from the Techno Security Conference, our 80s-themed outfits, packed LEAPP labs, AI panel discussions, and great conversations with friends and colleagues across the field. We discuss Brett Shavers’ recent series on DFIR entry-level work, and share our thoughts on the need for better forensic training and clearer distinctions between forensics, cybersecurity, and incident response. We also talk about recent tool changes in the industry. C...
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4 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
Every Breath You Take, Every Swipe You Make—Your iPhone’s Logging It
Send us a text Apple devices are constantly recording user activity, yet few forensic examiners are making use of the vast amount of data these systems quietly generate. Apple's Unified Logs and Spotlight databases track nearly everything that happens on an iOS device, often without the user realizing it. Would you believe an iPhone can generate around 1.5 million log entries in just 15 minutes of regular use? These records include highly specific actions—such as the exact moment Face ID is u...
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5 months ago
1 hour 15 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
Stomping Grounds: Digital Forensics at IACIS 2025
Send us a text The Digital Forensics Now podcast brings together the core LEAPPs developer team for a candid, unscripted conversation about mobile forensics, legal challenges, and the future of their tools during the IACIS conference in Orlando. • First time bringing together most of the LEAPPs development team in person • Florida's new requirement for 10-day search warrant renewals creates significant challenges for long-running forensic processes • Timestamp parameters in warrants can limi...
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6 months ago
32 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
The "Bear" Essentials of Digital Forensics 🐻
Send us a text The digital forensics world isn’t slowing down — and neither are we. In this episode, we celebrate Heather’s well-deserved recognition as Cellebrite’s Mentor of the Year 2025. Naturally, there were a few speech mishaps and, somehow, a bear raiding Heather’s bird feeder (yes, actual wildlife). But between the chaos, we get serious about the fast-changing landscape of digital evidence collection. We dig into Amazon’s decision to remove the "do not send voice recordings" setting f...
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6 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
The Iceberg of Digital Evidence: What AI Can't See
Send us a text The boundary between tool-dependent analysis and true forensic expertise grows increasingly blurred as AI enters the digital forensics landscape. Alexis Brignoni and Heather Charpentier reunite after a month-long hiatus to sound the alarm on a concerning trend: the integration of generative AI into forensic tools without adequate safeguards for verification and validation. Drawing from Stacey Eldridge's firsthand experience, they reveal how AI outputs can be dangerously incons...
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8 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
Mind Matters: Navigating DFIR with Balance
Send us a textGet ready for a hands-on look at digital forensics and the challenges professionals tackle every day. We share a story about forensic guessing that highlights the importance of testing assumptions and following the evidence to avoid errors. The discussion emphasizes how staying grounded in facts can prevent investigations from going off track.We also highlight advancements in forensic tools and training. Learn about tools like Belkasoft, the UFADE tool for iOS device extraction,...
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9 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
New Year, New Discoveries: Diving into Digital Forensics!
Send us a textKick off your new year with some forensic fun as we recount our holiday escapades and dive into the latest in digital forensics! Ever wondered how RAM dumps from Android devices can reveal crucial data? We spotlight MSAB's innovative RAMalyzer tool and their new blog series covering RAM from mobile devices. Discover how the digital forensics community is collaborating to propel the field forward, as we share insights from the DF Pulse 2024 Digital Forensic Practitioner Surv...
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10 months ago
1 hour 16 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
The Gift of Expertise: Why Forensics Matter in the Courtroom
Send us a textJoin us for a holiday-themed episode of Digital Forensics Now, where we blend expert insights with personal stories from the field of digital forensics.This episode delves into cutting-edge tools and techniques for digital forensics. Explore insights from Arsenal on advanced methods for analyzing swap space and memory files. We also share experiences with the Samsung Secure Health Data Parser, highlighting the challenges of decrypting health databases and the critical role of UF...
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10 months ago
1 hour 19 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
BFU Data, Forensic Tools, and the Future of Digital Investigations
Send us a textThe latest episode of Digital Forensics Now kicks off with lighthearted banter about Heather's newfound fame in commercials, bringing a fun and relatable start to a tech-heavy discussion. Following the laughs, the conversation shifts to an invigorating recap of Alexis' recent experience at SANS DFIRCON, featuring interactions with digital forensics luminaries like Brian Maloney and Ian Whiffin. Ian's ArtEx tool, which cleverly maps locations for forensic investigations, also tak...
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11 months ago
1 hour 17 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
iOS 18’s Inactivity Reboots Explained: AFU to BFU Transitions with Chris Vance from Magnet Forensics
Send us a textJoin us on the Digital Forensics Now podcast as we explore the details of the iOS 18 inactivity reboot issue with mobile forensics expert Christopher Vance from Magnet Forensics. Chris traces the origins of this challenge back to iOS 17 and explains how unified logs play a key role in diagnosing these system memory resets. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone interested in the inner workings of iOS devices and the unique considerations they present in digital...
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11 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
AI in Court: Testimony or Tech-tastrophe?
Send us a textCould AI in forensic analysis be more of a liability than an asset? Join us as we explore this pressing concern. We kick off this episode with an important update for those dealing with Android extractions. Recent changes to the Android OS and Google Play Store might be causing the Keystore (secrets.json) file to either miss data or not be extracted at all. This brings attention to the vital role decryption keys play in accessing data from mobile devices.Next, we dive into ...
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1 year ago
1 hour 14 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
Awareness Unlocks Discovery: Knowing It Exists is the First Step to Finding It
Send us a textJoin us as we discuss the latest blogs and training opportunities available to keep you at the forefront of digital forensics.We’ll then dive into the release of iOS 18 and its impact on digital forensic investigations. Beyond tools and gadgets, we'll explore the shift towards cloud-based evidence storage, weighing its benefits and security challenges against traditional air-gapped networks.Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your journey, this episode offer...
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1 year ago
1 hour 5 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
Balancing Act: Trials, Training, and the Future of Digital Forensics
Send us a textRecognizing excellence is key in our community, and we spotlight the SANS Difference Maker Awards and Cellebrite Summit Digital Justice Awards. Discover why it’s crucial to nominate your peers and learn about the newly opened registration for IACIS 2025 training classes, featuring must-attend courses like Advanced Mobile Device Forensics. While highlighting a recent article by Brett Shavers, we stress the significance of continuous education and community acknowledgment in ...
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1 year ago
1 hour 6 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
AI as a Report Writing Tool: Accuracy Enhancing or Recollection Poisoning?
Send us a textWhat's the real impact of AI on law enforcement documentation? Can digital forensics tools truly revolutionize our investigative processes? These are just some of the provocative questions we tackle in our season two premiere of Digital Forensics Now! Join us as we celebrate our one-year anniversary with reflections on the past year, exciting updates, and plans for the future. The episode takes a deep dive into the ethical and practical implications of AI in law enforcement...
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1 year ago
1 hour 7 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
Bird Cameras and Forensic Insights from New Zealand
Send us a text(THIS IS WHAT AN AI GENERATED DESCRIPTION WITH NO HUMAN CORRECTIONS WILL PROVIDE FOR YOU! SO NATURALLY WE HAD TO KEEP IT HAHA!)What happens when a digital forensics expert sets up a podcast studio in a cupboard under the stairs and a co-host becomes a modern-day Snow White with her Bird Buddy camera? You get a lively and engaging episode of the Digital Forensics Now podcast! Alexis Brignoni, aka Briggs, and Heather Charpentier kick off this special episode with humor and camarad...
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1 year ago
1 hour 13 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
Due Diligence, Password Cracking & New Tool Features
Send us a textWelcome back to another episode of the Digital Forensics Now podcast! In this episode, we explore the critical need for continuous learning in the field, discuss fascinating forensic tools, showcase UFADE with its new chat capture feature, and engage in a spirited debate on the value of certifications. Get ready to expand your knowledge and stay at the forefront of this ever-evolving industry.We begin by discussing the intricacies of unconscious and conscious incompetence as out...
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1 year ago
1 hour 23 minutes

Digital Forensics Now
Send us a text This episode digs into the habits that actually hold up: learning from CTF wins and post-event reviews, exploring scholarships and Reno trainings that build technical muscle, and walking through expert-witness prep that turns courtroom stress into structured, confident testimony. We’ll unpack Brett Shavers’ reminder that truth alone doesn’t win cases—procedure, documentation, and bias-aware methods do. Clear writing matters too; vague language can undermine solid work. On the t...