The Cyber Sleuth Show

Picture this: you’re scrolling through social media, trying to piece together clues for a case, but the sheer volume of posts, profiles, and comments is overwhelming. Sound familiar? That’s why you need to tune into this episode of The Cyber Sleuth Show with Kevin DeLong and Josh Janow, CEO of SMI Aware. Josh pulls back the curtain on how his team tackles social media investigations, making sense of the chaos with smart processes and automation. He shares practical tips on digging up evidence faster, whether you’re a forensic analyst, an OSINT hobbyist, or a cybersecurity pro. It’s like getting a front-row seat to how the pros do it—real stories, real strategies, no fluff. Subscribe and join the Cyber Social Hub crew to keep your sleuthing sharp!

Join Kevin DeLong on The Cyber Sleuth Show for an exclusive wrap-up of the Techno Security & Digital Forensics Conference East 2025 with Jennifer Salvadori, Event Director. Fresh off the June 3-5 event in Wilmington, NC, Jennifer shares why the conference is relocating back to Myrtle Beach, what the vibrant coastal city brings to the table. They will also discuss standout moments from three days of cutting-edge sessions, networking, and exhibits. From AI-driven forensics to OSINT breakthroughs, dive into the trends, tools, and connections that defined this year’s gathering of digital forensics and cybersecurity pros. Whether you attended or missed it, this episode is your insider’s guide to Techno Security East! Subscribe, stay sleuthing, and join us at CyberSocialHub.com.

Join Kevin as he speaks with Martino Jerian of Amped Software live from the Techno Security conference in Wilmington, NC.

Join Kevin live from Techno Security Conference in Wilmington, NC as he speaks to Martn Westman of MSAB. Here is Martins bio from the conference... lol Martin Westman has worked in the mobile device technology field since 1994. He has held many roles within MSAB over the last 20 years, bouncing back and forth between tech and development, and hes current position is Global Head of Research. Martin is also the only known person to have successfully completed a forensic physical extraction of a phone whilst in freefall. He once combined skydiving with mobile forensics and recorded the moment - and invented a new sport called Extreme Hexdumping. So far he is the only known practitioner. See Martin Extreme Hexdumping    • extreme hexdumping (hexjumping)   https://www.msab.com

Join Kevin as he talks with Chad Gish of Magent Forensics https://www.magnetforensics.com

Join Kevin DeLong, founder of Cyber Social Hub, and Justin Tolman, forensic expert at Exterro, on The Cyber Sleuth Show as they dive into the critical role of lab-investigator collaboration in modern digital investigations. Discover how agencies and organizations are breaking down silos to boost case efficiency and uncover evidence faster. From real-world workflows to pro tips on seamless teamwork, this episode reveals how collaboration—whether you realize you’re doing it or not—can transform your investigations. Perfect for digital forensics pros, OSINT enthusiasts, and cybersecurity sleuths! Subscribe, stay sleuthing, and join the community at CyberSocialHub.com

Join Kevin DeLong on The Cyber Sleuth Show for a deep dive with Dave Ryberg from Truxton Forensics, where we tackle the industry’s stubborn problem: fragmented, siloed forensic tools. Dave shares how Truxton’s platform unifies data from other systems, letting investigators correlate evidence across cases in one workspace. From cracking cold cases to speeding up courtroom prep, discover expert strategies to bridge the gaps, collaborate seamlessly, and make every investigation count. A must-listen for digital forensics and cybersecurity pros looking to simplify their toolkit!

On this episode of The Cyber Sleuth Show, host Kevin DeLong sits down with Melissa Kimbrell from Amped Software to explore the art of forensic video analysis. With a career rooted in crime labs and now training investigators worldwide, Melissa unveils how Amped’s tools transform raw footage into powerful evidence. From spotting fakes to enhancing the unseeable, prepare for expert tips, gripping case stories, and the latest in digital investigation tech. Tune in to level up your sleuthing game!   https://ampedsoftware.com/   Video Formats and Conversions https://blog.ampedsoftware.com/category/video-formats-and-conversion   CCTV Acquisition https://blog.ampedsoftware.com/category/cctv-acquisition   Essential Concepts and Principles for the Use of Video Evidence for Public Safety and Criminal Justice https://ampedsoftware.com/documents/video-evidence-principles.pdf

Join host, Kevin DeLong and his guest, Blessed Chiwara from MD5 as he answers a pressing question: why virtualize a suspect’s computer system? Investigators face a maze of digital evidence—locked systems, fragile data, and legal risks. Blessed explains how virtualizing an environment offers a unique perspective in the suspect's system, all without altering the original. This solves the puzzle—delivering faster case results, preserving evidence integrity, and sidestepping forensic dead ends. It’s the ‘why’ that’s reshaping digital sleuthing. https://md5.uk.com/ SECRET WORD TRIVIA - https://landing.cybersocialhub.com/secret-word-trivia  

Unlock the power of bite-sized learning in digital forensics with Amber Schroader, CEO of Paraben Corporation, a trailblazer in mobile forensics and innovative investigation tools. In this live podcast, we dive into why micro-learning is revolutionizing the way professionals master digital forensics—especially in fast-evolving fields like smartphone forensics, DFIR, and OSINT. Amber will share actionable insights, expert tips, and real-world applications to help you stay ahead in your investigations, all while spotlighting Paraben’s cutting-edge E3 Forensic Platform. Want more? Join Amber at the Paraben Forensic Innovation Conference (PFIC), a must-attend micro-conference in 2025 featuring virtual events packed with hands-on labs, top-tier speakers, and the latest in digital forensics trends. Register for PFIC now at https://pfic-conference.com/#heading-esnip9cMv and don’t miss this chance to level up your skills—whether you catch the live podcast or watch the recording later. Perfect for forensic examiners, law enforcement, cybersecurity pros, and anyone curious about mobile forensics or micro-learning. Subscribe for updates and let’s crack the case of continuous learning together!

What lies ahead for mobile forensics? Adam Firman of MSAB offers a glimpse into 2025, breaking down the key challenges and innovations that will shape the way investigators extract critical evidence from our ever-smarter devices. #DFIR #OSINT #mobileforensics #4n6 https://www.msab.com Webinar referenced in this Podcast: https://live.avairy.events/e/mobile-forensics-are-you-nerd-en/register

Dive into the inefficiencies of using outdated tools like spreadsheets for case management and how modern solutions transform workflows, drawing from real-world examples of labs juggling hundreds of devices. #DFIR #4N6 #OSINT #forensics https://monolithforensics.com

Ever wondered how investigators and OSINT experts can determine where a photo was taken—without GPS metadata? In this episode, we sit down with Semantics 21 creators of cutting-edge software, LASERi-X, that can analyze the elements within an image to pinpoint its location. 🌍🕵️ Join us as we explore how this technology works, its real-world applications in digital forensics, law enforcement, and intelligence, and the challenges of geolocation analysis. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 for more in-depth discussions on the latest tools in cyber investigations! S21 LASERi-X - https://www.semantics21.com/laseri-x/ S21 CCTV - https://www.semantics21.com/s21-cctv/ S21 Transcriber - https://www.semantics21.com/s21-trans... #OSINT #Geolocation #DigitalForensics #CyberSocialHub #InvestigationTech

Join Kevin as he talks with Brian McHughs of Indexed.io about the latest trends in AI, Deepseek & eDiscovery. Learn how it all affects you.

If you typically review security camera footage (CCTV) as part of your investigations, then join Kevin, Liam, and Tom and they discuss how S21 CCTV can help you in your investigation. https://www.semantics21.com/s21-cctv/

Join Kevin as he speaks with one of his digital forensics mentors, Keith Lockhart, Vice President of Technology and Training at Oxygen Forensics, Inc. Let’s discover the secrets of finding excellent digital forensic training to rocket your career! https://oxygenforensics.com. --- Check their User Summit!

In January 2024, Matt and Kevin made a few predictions in the Digital Investigations space. Let's check in and see how they did...

Join Kevin, Liam, and Tom, as they discuss the importance of utilizing a CSAM database in your online investigations.

Join Kevin as he speaks with Brandon Epstein of Medex Forensics about how to determine the trustworthiness of digital evidence and to know when a video has been edited or modified, and to recognize original camera video from synthetically produced media.   https://medexforensics.com/   https://www.swgde.org/  

Let’s Talk with Adam Firman of MSAB about why it is important to validate your mobile forensic tools. Too many examiners think a single validation does the trick…. don’t find out the hard way… in court, as you are getting important evidence tossed out. Join the conversation! See Adam's Webinars - https://www.bigmarker.com/communities... https://www.msab.com/

Join Kevin DeLong as he speaks with Liam Owens and Tom Oldroyd of Semantics 21 about the challenges Investigators face in a CSAM investigation and how they can solve them. https://www.semantics21.com/

Let’s do a reveal in Digital Forensic Investigations! Join Kevin DeLong and Dave Ryberg and brace yourself to upgrade your Digital Investigation game for FREE!   Truxton has released a 100% Free version of their popular forensic tool.  It's called Trxuton Community Edition.  If you want a copy, early sign-up can be done at this link http://csh.social/TruxtonCE

Join Kevin DeLong and Bob O’Leary as they discuss why you should include an Incident Response approach in your digital forensic investigations.

Let’s talk about the advantages of looking at the suspect's computer in a virtual investigation with Tom Cross of Virtual Forensic Computing. https://vfc.uk.com/ Tom's Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tc14/ https://cybersocialhub.com

How do you transition from Las Vegas Metro conducting digital forensic investigations to e-Services at IACIS… Let’s find out.

Let's talk about some of the best Digital Investigation training in the industry that is available.  IACIS hold their annual training event in Orlando Florida and we were lucky enough to be invited down to talk about the event!

We are live at IACIS in Orlando, Florida, talking to Alan Thomas about how mobile technologies are shaping the world of computer forensics.

Let’s talk about the latest in deepfakes and synthetic media.

Why should you give a talk at a conference and why TechnoSecurity in Pasadena is a great place to start?

The eclipse was yesterday... and WOW, it was amazing!  Also, Google releases their ability to track devices even if they are powered down using Bluetooth and Find My Device

Did you know that Brett Shavers has a new book out?  It is on the Amazon store, and it's called "Placing the Suspect Behind the Keyboard: DFIR Investigative Mindset.

Join Kevin DeLong on 'The Daily Digital Investigator' as he explores the cutting-edge of AI-based software. Discover how these advancements are set to revolutionize the work of human investigators, offering new tools and insights for future challenges. Tune in for expert interviews, case studies, and the latest AI tech news. CyberSocialHub.com

The latest exploit forensic companies are using to pull data from your Android Pixel devices :) 

New Strategy to Guide Intelligence Community OSINT Collection.  You can read the article here >>> https://executivegov.com/2024/03/new-strategy-to-guide-intelligence-community-osint-collection-use/    If you are seeing this on Social Media, head over to the podcast page to see the link.

We want to help digital investigators do their job better through better services and software.  We have partnered with Exterro, makers of the Forensic Tool Kit (FTK) to learn from you.  That's right, we want to know how we can help make your job easier through training, information, and software needs.  We created a quick SURVEY that you can take to help us out.  Here is the survey >>> http://csh.social/dhcLEsurvey

Let's discuss IACIS training for 2024! https://www.iacis.com/training/   Join Cyber Social Hub FREE >> Click HERE

Happy Leap Day! Today let's discuss Investigating Android WhatsApp.  I look for a daily article to discuss and make you aware of.  here is a link to that article https://forensafe.com/blogs/AndroidWhatsApp.html

The Daily Digital Investigator is where we pick a random topic for digital investigators across the internet and make you aware!  Today, we are talking about the OSINT Mastery course, which includes a seat for the Open Source Certification (OSC).  If you need more information, take a look HERE

Meta Platforms said it took a series of steps to curtail malicious activity from eight different firms based in Italy, Spain, and the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.) operating in the surveillance-for-hire industry.

Our daily show where we feature an article or news story in the digital investigations world.  In today's episode, we talk about Alexis Brignoni and Heather Charpentier's research on cachV0.db.  You can read all about their amazing work here https://abrignoni.blogspot.com/2024/02/what-is-cachev0db-and-why-are-there.html

This is our very first daily podcast where we pick a random but good news story from our feed and give you a quick update. Todays story pick - https://cybersocialhub.com/csh/ios-android-malware-steals-faces-to-defeat-biometrics-with-ai-swaps/   Come visit us for more updates in the digital investigation community at https://cybersocialhub.com  

Welcome to the Digital Investigator's Hubcast. In this episode, we unravel the mysteries of the digital investigation industry and peer into the crystal ball of the future. Join our seasoned hosts, Kevin DeLong and Matt Danner of Monolith Forensics, as they take you on a journey into the world of digital investigations and share their expert predictions for 2024. They may not be right, but it will be fun predicting what they see as the industry's future! Whether you're a seasoned digital forensic investigator, an OSINT professional, a cybersecurity enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of technology and crime-solving, this episode of The Digital Investigator's HubCast is a must-listen. Join us as we peer into the digital crystal ball and make our predictions for the fascinating year ahead in digital investigations. Music License: QSP3ZLNFJRXRFPRI

Drones are everywhere! How do you process one to extract data for your investigation? Join Kevin and Jansen as they discuss the latest advances in drone technology and how to make sense of it all!

There is so much mystery and distrust around AI in investigations. Join Kevin as he talks to the crew from Detego about the best ways to use AI in your digital forensic investigation.

Ever wonder where to find the best deals on all your digital investigation software, hardware, and training? Join us as we talk to Bill Teel of TEEL Tech. Find out how he got started in the crazy world of digital forensic investigations and why sourcing all your tools & training in one place makes budget sense!

In this episode, we'll talk about the top things you should remember when buying a computer for digital investigations. You may be surprised about this one! Oh... it must be CPU or RAM, right? Tune in to the hub cast to find out. Kevin will speak to Manny Kressel of Bitmindz.com to help answer those questions.

Hey there! Have you ever wondered how cybersecurity skills can help in a digital forensic investigation? Well, this hub cast with Brian Carrier will dive into this topic. The hubcast will talk about how having a strong understanding of cybersecurity can give you an advantage when investigating digital crimes. For example, if you know how hackers typically gain access to systems, you can use that knowledge to understand better how a breach occurred and what data may have been compromised. Additionally, being familiar with different types of malware and viruses can help you identify any malicious software on a device or network. Knowing how to secure networks and devices can prevent future attacks from happening. Overall, the hub cast will emphasize the importance of having a well-rounded skillset in digital forensics. So, if you're interested in pursuing a career in this field, it's worth considering adding some cybersecurity training to your repertoire. Hope this helps!

Need vendor-neutral digital investigative training? Join Kevin as he talks to Farand Wasiak about IACIS training and their new podcast (hint, he is the host). https://www.iacis.com/training/

Digital Forensic examinations are only as good as the examiner and their hardware. Join Kevin DeLong as he speaks with Greg Dominguez of Wiebetech about how he got started in the industry and what led him to Wiebetech.