Tech Letter vol 9. Investigating an Unknown USIM as Digital Evidence

When criminals thought they were untraceable, a single USIM told their whole story. 

In a stunning breakthrough that reads like a techno-thriller, authorities recently dismantled a sophisticated international fraud ring that had stolen hundreds of millions of dollars by impersonating prosecutors and police officers. Their biggest mistake? Underestimating the silent witness in their pocket. 

Despite constantly switching phones and USIM cards to evade detection, these criminals couldn’t escape the digital breadcrumbs they left behind. One recovered USIM contained the critical evidence that brought down their entire operation. 

 

The digital fingerprint you carry every day 

That simple chip in your phone isn’t just connecting you to networks—it’s storing a wealth of information about your digital life. While fraudsters thought they were outsmarting investigators by swapping devices, they failed to understand one crucial fact: each USIM carries a unique digital signature that can link back to its user. 

In digital forensics, this tiny component often becomes the smoking gun. When suspects surrender alternative devices, the story told by their USIM can break their alibi wide open. 

 

What secrets does your USIM hold? 

MD-NEXT can extract and analyze data from unidentified USIM cards, transforming seemingly random data into case-breaking evidence. 

 

What could your USIM reveal about you? 

Tech Letter vol.9 delves into the fascinating world of USIM forensics, unveiling: 

•The data structures that expose user identity 

•How investigators track criminals through USIM footprints 

 

Are you curious about what stories your own USIM card could tell? 

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Strategic Partnership with MH Service to Enhance Digital Forensics Capabilities in India

GMDSOFT, a global leader in digital and mobile forensics solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with mh Service, a prominent digital forensic solution provider in India. This collaboration aims to strengthen India’s digital forensics ecosystem and provide advanced investigative tools to law enforcement agencies and corporate security teams across the country. 

 

Partnership Details 

The partnership designates mh Service as GMDSOFT’s official distributor in India, facilitating the deployment of cutting-edge MD-Series solutions throughout the region. This strategic alliance combines GMDSOFT’s extensive forensic expertise with mh Service’s robust distribution network, enabling the delivery of world-class investigative tools tailored specifically for Indian organizations. 

 

Addressing Cybercrime Challenges 

As cybercrime rates continue to escalate in India, this partnership comes at a critical time. GMDSOFT’s MD-Series, specializing in mobile, video, and drone forensics solutions, is expected to play a pivotal role in transforming cybercrime investigations in the country. The technology offers authorities unprecedented capabilities to extract and analyze digital evidence, significantly enhancing their investigative prowess. 

 

Executive Insights 

Jessy Jun, Senior Managing Director at GMDSOFT, emphasized the importance of this partnership in the face of evolving cyber threats. “With the increasing complexity of cyber threats, our partnership ensures that law enforcement and enterprises in India have access to the most advanced forensic tools available,” Jessy stated. This collaboration is set to empower investigators with state-of-the-art resources to combat digital crimes more effectively. 

 

Impact on India’s Digital Forensics Landscape 

The partnership between GMDSOFT and mh Service is expected to have a substantial impact on India’s digital forensics capabilities. By providing access to advanced forensic technologies, this collaboration aims to enhance the country’s ability to investigate and mitigate cybercrime, ultimately contributing to a more secure digital environment for businesses and citizens alike. 

As cyber threats continue to evolve, this strategic alliance positions India at the forefront of digital forensic capabilities, equipping its law enforcement and security professionals with the tools necessary to address the challenges of the digital age. 

 

ABOUT MH SERVICE 

With over 30 years of expertise, mh Service is a trusted global provider of forensic solutions, offering specialized hardware, software, and fully equipped digital forensic laboratories. As a partner of industry leaders, mh Service delivers cutting-edge forensic tools to help organizations conduct high-performance digital investigations. For more information, visit www.mh-service.in 

 

ABOUT GMDSOFT 

GMDSOFT is a leading provider of digital forensics and cybersecurity solutions, offering state-of-the-art solution to law enforcement agencies, intelligence organizations, and enterprises worldwide. MD-Series empower investigators to efficiently collect, analyze, and manage digital evidence for faster and more accurate forensic investigations. For more information, visit www.gmdsoft.com  

 


MD-Series 2024 Release Note Recap: A Year of Innovation at GMDSOFT

It took considerable time to compile all the incredible efforts our team members at GMDSOFT have put forth throughout 2024. This past year has been truly significant for us in terms of meaningful results.  

GMDSOFT continues to research and develop support for an ever-growing list of models and chipsets, including full filesystem support for UNISOC chipsets. Additionally, we’ve introduced groundbreaking features that transcend the limitations of video forensic investigations, such as AI-powered face search, restoration, and deepfake detection.  

 

Key Highlights: 

 

MD–NEXT 

• Supports Full Filesystem with MD-PLUG for 91 UNISOC, 276 Qualcomm, 75 MediaTek, 81 Exynos, 23 Tensor Chipset models
• Supports extraction for Galaxy Gear & Watch series with Tizen OS

MD-RED 

• Supports New Apps – 74 Android & 38 iOS apps
• Supports app decryption using keystore data extracted from Full Filesystem with MD-PLUG

MD-LIVE 

• Supports Japanese language UI
• Added PList (Property List) viewer and Hex viewer
• Support for LINE app as a scanning messenger

MD-CLOUD 

• Enhanced extraction stability of Baidu, Google, iCloud, and X (Formerly Twitter)
• Supports login for accounts with 2FA (Two Factor Authentication) for Facebook and X

MD-DRONE 

• Added new Aircraft and Flight controller models for extraction & Analysis
• Introduced an indicator to assess the accuracy of location information in flight logs

MD-VIDEO AI 

• Supports ‘Face Search’ & ‘Face restoration’ feature
• ‘Number Plate Restoration’ including Brazil, Egypt, France, Germany, Italy, Kingdom of the Netherlands, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Burkina Faso, Denmark, Ecuador, Iraq, Japan, Mongolia, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and United States
• ‘Multi-Input Number Plate Restoration’ including US, Switzerland, Italy

 

We remain committed to empowering digital forensics professionals with innovative solutions.

Contact us for the complete release note recap and detailed feature update! 

 


Enhancing Investigative Capabilities: MD-VIDEO AI Introduces Advanced Face Search and Face Restoration Features

Introduction 

GMDSOFT is pleased to announce new features to our MD-VIDEO AI, introducing face search and face restoration. These advanced features address critical challenges faced by law enforcement and forensic investigators in processing and analyzing video evidence. This is another innovative AI feature designed for one of the most critical elements in investigations-human faces-just like vehicle license plates. 

 

Addressing Modern Investigative Challenges 

In contemporary criminal investigations, video evidence has become increasingly crucial. However, the manual review of footage is extraordinarily time-consuming, and the quality of facial images captured often presents significant obstacles to efficient suspect identification. This innovative MD-VIDEO AI represents our ongoing commitment to enhancing investigative capabilities, specifically designed to analyze one of the most crucial elements in investigations—human faces—paralleling our successful work with vehicle license plates.

 

Advanced Face Search Capabilities 

The newly implemented face search functionality allows investigators to conduct sophisticated queries within video content: 

• Input-Based Search: Investigators can upload reference photographs directly into the video analysis interface to initiate a search for matching faces within the footage. 

• Analysis-Driven Filtering: After initial video processing, the system enables refined searches using analysis results as filters, significantly improving the precision of subject identification. 

• Rapid Processing of High-Volume Data: The AI-powered search engine can process an immense amount of video data in a fraction of the time required for manual review. 

 

Revolutionary Face Restoration Feature 

Our face restoration feature represents a breakthrough in forensic image enhancement: 

• Single and Multi-Image Reconstruction: The system can generate improved facial representations from either a single low-quality image or by synthesizing information from multiple partial captures. 

• Suspect Face Reconstruction: provides identifiable facial reconstruction values by enhancing suspect faces from degraded images, enabling more accurate suspect identification. 

• Detail Recovery: The technology can recover facial details that were previously indiscernible in the original video footage. 

 

Demonstrated Efficacy in Criminal Investigations 

The enhanced MD-VIDEO AI has already demonstrated its value in real-world applications. Multiple investigators have successfully utilized these features to resolve complex cases, including homicide investigations, where traditional methods had reached an impasse. The system’s ability to rapidly process and enhance facial data has proven instrumental in accelerating suspect identification and case resolution. 

 

Conclusion 

The integration of advanced face search and restoration capabilities into MD-VIDEO AI represents a significant advancement in video forensics technology. These features provide law enforcement agencies with powerful tools to overcome longstanding challenges in video evidence analysis, ultimately contributing to more efficient and effective criminal investigations. 

For more information on how MD-VIDEO AI can transform your investigative processes, please contact us for a comprehensive demonstration.

 

 


MD-Series Release Note Highlights : 2024 Q4 Review

Looking back at 2024 Q4, GMDSOFT has implemented significant enhancements across our MD-Series, strengthening our commitment to providing comprehensive digital forensics solutions. This quarter’s updates showcase our dedication to expanding device support, improving extraction capabilities, and introducing innovative features that address the evolving needs of forensic investigators. 

Let’s explore the major improvements in Q4 release: 

📱 MD NEXT
• Supports New phones : 47 Manufacturers, 428 New models
• Supports 91 models with UNISOC chipsets (MD-PLUG required)
 
📤 MD-RED  
• Supports New Apps – 19 Android & 10 iOS apps
• Added support for images extracted using third-party forensic software
 
👮🏻‍♀️ MD-LIVE  
• Supports Japanese language UI
• Support for LINE app as a scanning messenger
 
☁️ MD-CLOUD
• Enhanced extraction stability of Baidu, Google, iCloud, and X(Formerly Twitter)
 
🚁 MD-DRONE  
• New model : DJI FPV
• Introduced an indicator to assess the accuracy of location information in flight logs
 
🎥 MD-VIDEO AI  
• New ‘Face Search’ & ‘Face restoration’ feature  

 

These Q4 updates represent our ongoing commitment to advancing digital forensics technology. This comprehensive updates across our entire product, demonstrates our focus on providing investigators with the most capable and reliable tools in the industry. 

We appreciate the continued trust our users place in GMDSOFT solutions, and we remain dedicated to advancing our capabilities to meet the evolving challenges in digital forensics. 

If you would like to request the full release note, please submit an inquiry for the Q4 release note. 

 

 


MD-NEXT Expands UNISOC Chipset Support

The Evolving Challenge in Mobile Device Forensics  

The rapid proliferation of smartphone diversity presents an increasingly complex landscape for digital forensic investigators. As global smartphone markets expand, traditional forensic tools have struggled to keep pace with the emerging ecosystem of budget and mid-range devices powered by alternative chipset manufacturers. 

 

UNISOC’s Emerging Global Presence 

UNISOC, formerly known as ‘Spreadtrum’, has emerged as a significant player in the mobile chipset market. Founded in 2001, the company has steadily transformed from a regional semiconductor manufacturer to a global technology innovator. 

The smartphone ecosystem has witnessed a remarkable transformation, with alternative chipset manufacturers like UNISOC reshaping the traditional market dominated by giants like Qualcomm and MediaTek. This shift is particularly pronounced in emerging markets, where cost-effective smartphones powered by UNISOC chipsets are gaining substantial traction. 

 

GMDSOFT’s Comprehensive Global Support 

Recognizing the evolving technological landscape, GMDSOFT has strategically expanded MD-NEXT’s capabilities to address this growing market segment. Our latest update represents a comprehensive approach to global device forensics: 

Technical Highlights 

• Broad Compatibility: Support for Android OS versions 9-14 

• Diverse Chipset Extraction: Full Filesystem (FFS) for 5G-enabled models  

• Extensive Device Coverage: Supports over 90 models 

• Advanced Extraction Infrastructure: MD-PLUG enabling deep-level data extraction 

 

Future-Proofing Digital Investigations 

• Continuous research into emerging chipset technologies 

• Developing universal extraction frameworks 

 

Conclusion 

In an increasingly complex technological landscape, MD-NEXT stands at the forefront of forensic innovation. By integrating comprehensive UNISOC chipset support, we are not just expanding our tool’s capabilities – we are redefining the boundaries of digital investigation. 

For forensic professionals navigating today’s intricate technological terrain, MD-NEXT offers more than a tool. We provide a strategic advantage that adapts and evolves with the global smartphone ecosystem. 

 

 


GMDSOFT Training Center: Keeping the Momentum Strong in 2025!

As we move into 2025, GMDSOFT Training continues its dynamic momentum. 

This week marks another milestone as our training program reaches across borders, with our instructors conducting sessions worldwide while welcoming clients to our headquarters for concurrent training programs. 

🎯 Why GMDSOFT Training? 

• Diverse area of digital forensics on smartphone, cloud, CCTV, drone and IoT 

• Comprehensive coverage of MD-Series products with hands-on experience 

• Multi-level programs from fundamentals to advanced techniques 

• Real-world forensic case studies led by seasoned trainers 

• Interactive learning environment with practical applications 

• Examination and certification by the training evaluation program 

 

Whether you’re looking to enhance your digital forensics capabilities or master the MD-Series tools, our training center is always open to professionals like you. 

Ready to elevate your forensic expertise?  📧 Contact us today to learn more about our training! 

 

 


Tech Letter vol 8. Investigating AirDrop Transfer Activities

In today’s interconnected world, a disturbing trend is emerging that threatens our digital safety and personal well-being. Imagine receiving an unsolicited, explicit image on your device while going about your daily routine. This is the reality for many victims of cyber flashing, a form of digital harassment that’s becoming increasingly prevalent globally. 

 

The Cyber Flashing Epidemic 

Cyber flashing, often facilitated through technologies like AirDrop, is a serious issue that’s causing growing concern worldwide. This form of digital harassment involves sending unsolicited explicit images to unsuspecting recipients, often in public spaces. The psychological impact on victims can be severe, leading to feelings of violation, anxiety, and distress. 

 

Challenges in Combating Cyber Flashing 

Law enforcement agencies face significant hurdles when investigating cyber flashing incidents. 

• Perpetrator anonymity through randomized device identifiers 

• Volatile evidence that disappears quickly 

• Encryption of transferred data hampers forensic investigation 

 

GMDSOFT: Pioneering Solutions 

Despite these challenges, GMDSOFT is at the forefront of developing innovative solutions to combat cyber flashing. MD-RED focuses on analyzing AirDrop transmissions to provide crucial insights for investigators. By leveraging advanced data analysis techniques, we can: 

• Reconstruct digital trails left by perpetrators 

• Offer valuable leads for law enforcement agencies 

With cyber harassment cases continuing to rise, traditional digital forensics methods often fall short. Our research demonstrates that MD-RED empowers law enforcement with actionable intelligence to hold cyber flashers accountable, significantly reducing investigation time when every second counts. Interested in learning more? Request our full Tech Letter to explore how we’re transforming digital forensics investigations. 


MD-Series, advanced mobile and digital forensics solution

As we step into 2025, digital forensics continues to evolve rapidly, shaped by technological advancements, an ever-expanding array of digital devices, and exponentially growing data volumes. At GMDSOFT, we’re pioneering the future through advanced AI integration while revolutionizing the field of digital forensic solutions. 
 
With over 20 years of expertise, we’re proud to present our MD-Series, an advanced digital & mobile forensics solution that’s trusted by law enforcement agencies and investigators worldwide. Our solutions ensure complete evidence integrity and unmatched technical reliability – hallmarks that set GMDSOFT apart in the industry. 

 

🚀 Introducing MD-Series 

🔹 MD-NEXT: State-of-the-art extraction software supporting a wide spectrum of digital devices. 

🔹 MD-RED: Sophisticated analysis software specialized in mobile & digital forensics. 

🔹 MD-LIVE: Rapid-response investigation tool enabling on-the-spot triage and data analysis. 

🔹 MD-VIDEO AI: Revolutionary all-in-one video forensic tool featuring advanced AI capabilities, including DVR recovery, enhancement, object detection, number plate & face restoration, deepfake face detection, and more 

🔹 MD-CLOUD: Powerful software for comprehensive cloud and server data extraction and analysis. 

🔹 MD-DRONE: Specialized forensic software for drone & UAV investigations. 

 

As digital evidence becomes increasingly crucial in criminal investigation, GMDSOFT remains committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet tomorrow’s challenges today. 

Want to unlock the future of digital investigations? Watch the full video of MD-Series! 

 


Tech Letter vol 7. iPhone Call Recording Artifacts

For nearly two decades, digital investigators faced significant challenges when dealing with iOS devices. The inability to directly record phone calls, limited methods for verifying verbal statements, and incomplete communication context often hindered comprehensive digital investigations. However, with the release of iOS 18.1, we are witnessing a paradigm shift in the field of digital forensics. 

The Historical Challenge 

Prior to iOS 18.1, investigators encountered several obstacles: 

• No direct method to record iPhone calls 

• Difficulty in verifying verbal statements 

• Poor audio quality from workaround solutions 

These limitations often left critical communication moments unverified, and investigations handicapped. 

iOS 18.1 Update 

iOS 18.1 introduces a native call recording feature, dramatically transforming the digital forensics landscape. This update provides forensic professionals with unprecedented evidence collection capabilities: 

• Access to full call recording files 

• Automated voice-to-text transcriptions 

• Detailed call history database 

Implications for Forensic Investigations 

With these new capabilities, investigators can now: 

• Validate witness statements with unprecedented accuracy 

• Uncover subtle communication dynamics 

• Develop more comprehensive investigative narratives 

This level of detail and context was previously unattainable, marking a significant advancement in digital forensics. 

GMDSOFT’s Role in the New Forensic Landscape 

At GMDSOFT, we are not mere observers of this technological shift – we are at the forefront of its implementation. Our forensic solutions are specifically designed to help investigators navigate these new digital landscapes, transforming complex technological capabilities into actionable investigative insights. 

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