up:: [[Security Policies and Governance]] # NIST Special Publication 800-101, Revision 1 NIST Special Publication 800-101, Revision 1, titled "Guidelines on Mobile Device Forensics," is a comprehensive document published by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). It provides detailed guidelines on the methods, tools, and procedures for recovering digital evidence from mobile devices in a forensically sound manner. ## Key Features - **Forensic Process Overview:** Outlines the standard forensic process from initial seizure of the mobile device to the final reporting of findings. - **Detailed Methodologies:** Describes both logical and physical extraction techniques, along with advanced methods such as chip-off and JTAG. - **Tool Evaluation:** Offers insights into selecting and evaluating forensic tools based on their effectiveness in acquiring mobile device data. - **Legal Considerations:** Provides guidance on handling evidence to maintain its admissibility in court, including issues of data privacy and legal authority. ## How It Works The publication breaks down the mobile device forensic process into several critical stages: 1. **Seizure:** Secure the device to prevent data modification or remote wiping. 2. **Acquisition:** Copy the device data using methods that do not alter the evidence. 3. **Examination:** Analyze the acquired data using various [[forensic tools and techniques]] to identify relevant evidence. 4. **Reporting:** Document the process and findings in a manner suitable for judicial proceedings. ## Problem Addressed This publication addresses the challenge of conducting [[mobile forensics]] in a way that is both technically effective and legally sound. It aims to standardize practices to ensure that digital evidence from mobile devices can withstand legal scrutiny. ## Implications The guidelines are crucial for law enforcement, forensic professionals, and organizations involved in legal disputes where mobile devices are a key source of evidence. Adhering to these guidelines helps ensure the integrity of the forensic process and the reliability of the evidence. ## Impact By providing a standardized approach to [[mobile forensics]], NIST SP 800-101, Revision 1, helps improve the quality and consistency of investigations involving mobile devices. It enhances the ability of forensic professionals to present trustworthy evidence in legal contexts. ## Defense Mechanisms - **Data Preservation:** Techniques to ensure data is not altered during the forensic process. - **Secure Data Handling:** Protocols for maintaining the chain of custody and ensuring data confidentiality. - **Comprehensive Documentation:** Guidelines for detailed record-keeping that logs every step of the forensic process. ## Related Cybersecurity Policies - **Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA):** Governs access to electronic communications, relevant to the seizure and examination of mobile devices. - **Fourth Amendment:** Implications for obtaining necessary legal authority (e.g., warrants) for searches involving mobile devices. ## Common Tools/Software Recommended - **Cellebrite UFED:** For comprehensive physical and logical extractions. - **Oxygen Forensic Detective:** Offers advanced data extraction and analysis capabilities. - **XRY by MSAB:** Delivers a complete solution for mobile device data extraction and analysis. ## Current Status As mobile technology continues to advance, with frequent updates to operating systems and security protocols, the guidelines in NIST SP 800-101, Revision 1, are periodically reviewed and updated to remain relevant and effective. ## Revision History - **2024-04-14:** Entry created.