Matt Finnegan from Oxygen Forensics joins the Forensic Focus Podcast to share his journey into digital forensics, starting with his military background. He talks about what it’s like working with mobile devices, the challenges of keeping up with ever-changing smartphone security, and his role as a Solutions Architect.

Matt also provides insights on the state of mobile forensics today, why cloud solutions are becoming more important, and how to handle massive amounts of data. The conversation ends with a reflection on the future of the field and the ongoing need to keep forensic methods clear and transparent. 

00:00 – Introduction to Matt Finnegan from Oxygen Forensics

00:46 Matt Finnegan's Journey into Digital Forensics

01:57 Training and Early Experiences in Digital Forensics

03:52 Transition from Military to Oxygen Forensics

04:24 Role and Responsibilities of a Solutions Architect

07:43 Challenges in Mobile Forensics

10:10 Advancements in Mobile Device Security

19:44 Cloud Forensics and Data Extraction

28:30 Challenges of Data Volume and Processing

37:59 Operating Systems and Forensic Tools

44:43 Factory Reset and Data Recovery

49:45 Future Challenges in Digital Forensics