Ep 192 Forensic Analysis and Digital Footprint

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Cellebrite is a company that earned its stripes in the commercial world with its ability to find a needle in a haystack.

In other words, they have developed an ability to sift through mountains of data, find the essential parts of an investigation, and leverage that information to close a case.

In other words, anyone can find the proverbial needle; who can find the right needle that will solve the puzzle and bring the case to closure? The federal government is plagued with fraud and abuse from very sophisticated malicious actors. These actors are adept at creating false identities and covering their tracks.

The GAO estimates that in 2023, Fraudnet reported 4,400 allegations in fiscal year 2023. Further, the Department of Justice reports $2 billion in illicit activity. It takes talent mastered in the commercial world to close federal cases.

During the interview, Maurice Cook provides examples of the restricted federal environment in which Cellebrite must operate.  They must be transparent and ethical on all levels. 

Fortunately, Cellebrite has managed to transfer that commercial skill set to the federal government under the guise of a digital investigative platform.

Listen to gain a better understanding of forensic analysis and digital footprints.