Design and Implementation of an Autonomous Device Analyser

Abstract

In the field of forensic science, professionals are tasked with extraction of significant artifacts from the devices acquired from crime scenes. These devices often deviate from conventional design norms, offering minimal insight into their fundamental architecture. This research focuses on the design and development of an advanced Plug-and-Play (PnP) test bench solution. This solution aims to automate the process and intuitively understand the underlying hardware or environment in question. The research will investigate the design and implementation of an automated tool capable of acquiring information related to firmware and associated hardware. This includes interaction with specific types of peripheral devices via their firmware. For the complex aspect of establishing connections, it is essential that this occurs at the Hardware Abstraction Layer to facilitate the understanding and manipulation of device operations at the hardware level. This study aims to contribute significantly to the field of digital forensics by providing a comprehensive tool for efficient and effective analysis of devices involved in criminal activities. It is anticipated that the outcomes of this research will enhance the capabilities of forensic experts in their pursuit of justice.