Chapter 10. Mobile Network Investigations
Dario Forte and Andrea de Donno

Contents

Introduction517
Mobile Network Technology518
Investigations of Mobile Systems522
Types of Evidence524
Where to Seek Data for Investigations533
Interception of Digital Evidence on Mobile Networks537
References557

Introduction

The use of mobile devices is increasing rapidly, with devices like the BlackBerry, iPhone, and G1 providing a wide variety of services, including communication (e.g., voice, SMS, e-mail), Internet access (web browsing), and satellite navigation (GPS). These technological advances create new opportunities for criminals while providing valuable sources of evidence. The bombs in the 2004 train bombings in Madrid apparently used cellular telephones ...

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