Introduction to mobile device investigations Flashcards
What are the 2 types of Cellular network technology being used in the US?
- CDMA
2. GSM
Which cellular network technology is for the US?
CDMA
What cellular network technology is global?
GSM
What is used to authenticate the handset being used on a particular network?
SIM card
What is the serial number for a SIM card called?
ICCID integrated circuit card identifier
What is the 17 or 15 digit code used to identify a specific device on GSM networks?
International mobile equipment identity (IMEI)
What is the identifier that uses a 15 digit alphanumeric code for CDMA networks?
Mobile equipment identifier (MEI)
What are the records maintained by the cellular service provider called?
call detail records (CDR)
Who must keep track of certain information that investigators can access with proper legal authority?
Cellular service providers (CSP)
What is the difference from the originating tower and the terminating tower?
Originating is the tower the call started on, terminating is the tower the call ends on
What are 2 methods to achieve network isolaion?
- Airplane mode
2. removing the SIM card
T or F? Wifi access can still be achieved in Airplane mode?
True
Is GPS effected by airplane mode?
No
What should you do to document the device?
Take a photo of the front and back
What should you consider when handling mobile devices?
- make sure you have legal authority
- ensure you have the proper tools
- know the type of technology
- isolate the device from the network
- Documentation of the device
