IT Forensics · Drones

Forensic investigation into the theft of drone data – investigating unauthorised access to stored data

In addition to the physical theft of a drone, unauthorised access to stored data – such as recordings or account balances – may also be the subject of a separate forensic investigation.

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Such data theft can occur either through physical access to a storage medium or through digital access to a cloud account.

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 are investigating reports of unauthorised access to drone data and are working to establish the method and extent of such access.

Typical areas of application

•Investigation into unauthorised access to stored data
•Investigation into the physical theft of storage media
•Investigation into compromised cloud accounts
•Assessment of the extent of a data breach
•Judicial and non-judicial expert reports
•Cooperation with law enforcement agencies on drone-related offences

This is how a data breach investigation is carried out

Once the data has been backed up, the available access and account logs are systematically checked for any indications of unauthorised access. The scope of the data affected is reconstructed and documented as far as possible.

Why is the investigation of data theft relevant from a forensic perspective?

Stolen drone data may contain sensitive information, such as footage of private or business premises, the unauthorised acquisition of which could have significant legal consequences.

It is also important to establish the specific route of access in order to identify existing security vulnerabilities and address them in future.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is unauthorised access to data proven?+
Based on access logs, login histories and anomalies in account usage, which are compared with the authorised user’s expected behaviour.
Is it always possible to determine the full extent of the data leak?+
This is not always the case; in particular, where logging is missing or incomplete, there are limitations which are documented transparently.
Are memory cards that have been physically stolen also taken into account?+
Yes, where relevant, the investigation will also cover any possible physical theft of storage media.

LanCologne – IT Forensics Drones Cologne

Do you require a professional forensic investigation into „the theft of drone data"? LanCologne can assist you in securing digital evidence in a manner that stands up in court, as well as in the transparent analysis of relevant drone artefacts.

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