Exploring Android's Find My Device System - Privacy and Forensic Implications

Explore Android's Find My Device system in this 33-minute conference talk from the SANS DFIR Summit 2024. Delve into the evolution of Bluetooth tracking technology, focusing on privacy concerns and Android's response to potential misuse. Learn about the artifacts left behind when Android devices encounter rogue trackers or those associated with the owner's Google account. Discover how Android users can now detect unauthorized AirTags and other Bluetooth trackers, as well as use compatible third-party trackers natively. Gain insights into the tracker data stored by Google and how it can be accessed through Takeout or legal processes. This presentation by Joshua Hickman, a Digital Forensics Expert at Cellebrite, offers valuable information for digital forensics professionals and those interested in mobile device security and privacy.