Mobile Devices Forensics & Data Security - A Review

Data contained within mobile devices and the way they are being used are constantly evolving. With the popularity of smart phones, it is no longer sufficient to document only the basic details because these devices are fully functioning mini-computers and potentially contain much more relevant data. The data from an ever-growing number of installed applications can contain a wealth of relevant information that may not be automatically parsed by available forensic software solutions. Traditional digital forensic skills are becoming more and more necessary for mobile device examinations. With the growing demand for examination of cellular phones and other mobile devices, a need has also developed for the development of process guidelines for the examination of these devices. The vulnerabilities in Android can compromise the information stored in the device, so it is necessary to add encryption systems, better permissions management, host firewall, log activities and disable unnecessary services.