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Embedded device forensics

Embedded device forensics

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Embedded device forensics

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- [Instructor] Embedded devices are everywhere. They help provide us with healthcare, monitor the security of our homes, assist us in driving our vehicles, and participate in many of the other tasks of daily living. In these roles, embedded devices collect large amounts of information that may be valuable in a forensic investigation. Embedded devices are special purpose computer systems found inside many of the objects that we use in daily life, as well as an industrial settings. They contain both hardware and software that help that device function. In many cases, they connect to a cloud service that provides data storage and added functionality. Cars are a great example of embedded devices. Modern cars contained dozens or even hundreds of embedded systems, each designed to perform a unique purpose. Some of these embedded systems are simple, perhaps regulating the vehicle's climate control. Others are more…

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