IT Forensics · Drones

Forensic reconstruction of live-stream data from drones – Forensic analysis of transmitted real-time video data

Some drones transmit video footage in real time to a connected device whilst in flight, without this footage necessarily having to be stored permanently on the drone itself.

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If such a live broadcast has been cached or recorded on the receiving device, this recording can serve as a valuable source of forensic data, independent of the drone itself.

Why LanCologne?

Since its foundation, LanCologne has specialised in professional IT forensics. Our staff have decades of experience in the field of information technology and assist companies, solicitors, private individuals and, on a regular basis, the courts in the technical investigation of complex digital matters.

The examination is, as a matter of principle, carried out exclusively on a forensic copy, a forensic image or a data source captured in a technically equivalent manner that preserves the integrity of the evidence. The original evidence remains unchanged and is stored in a manner that preserves its integrity.

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We check connected devices for cached or recorded live-stream data and analyse this as a supplementary source of forensic evidence alongside the actual drone footage.

Typical areas of application

Analysis of cached live video streams
Reconstruction of the live image at a specific point in time
Supplementing missing or incomplete data stored on the drone itself
Investigation into surveillance and espionage operations
Judicial and non-judicial expert reports
Incident response for drone incidents

How a livestream analysis works

Once the receiver has been secured, a check is carried out to determine whether the live broadcast was temporarily stored and, if so, in what format. Any existing recordings are extracted and their timing is cross-referenced with other data sources, such as GPS telemetry.

Why is livestream analysis relevant in a forensic context?

A recorded live feed may still be available even if the drone itself can no longer be located or its memory is damaged, thus providing an important alternative source of data.

Particularly in cases involving allegations of surveillance or espionage, evidence of what was actually transmitted and viewed in real time can be of particular forensic significance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is every live broadcast saved automatically?+
No, this depends on the specific app configuration and whether there is a manual recording function.
Can a live broadcast be reconstructed retrospectively if it was not recorded?+
In such cases, reconstruction is generally no longer possible, and this is communicated clearly.
Are cloud recordings of live streams also checked?+
Yes, provided there was a corresponding cloud connection and the relevant login details are available.

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Do you require a professional forensic investigation into „the forensic reconstruction of live-stream data from drones"? LanCologne can assist you with the court-admissible preservation of digital evidence and the transparent analysis of relevant drone artefacts.

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