A forensic investigator has collected a compromised Amazon Echo Dot and a smartphone from a crime scene. The Alexa app on the smartphone is synced with the Echo Dot. To begin investigating these devices, the investigator needs to obtain certain artifacts. In this scenario, which of the following sequence of steps should the investigator follow to acquire the necessary artifacts for a client-based analysis?
The correct sequence of steps for acquiring the necessary artifacts for a client-based analysis in this scenario begins with retrieving database files using the adb pull command because logical extraction methods, such as adb, are commonly used when dealing with Android devices in a non-destructive manner. After obtaining the database files, generating an image of the firmware is important to ensure a comprehensive capture of the device's state. Then, parsing the database files is necessary to make the data readable and analyzable. Finally, conducting data analysis is the last step where the investigator examines the processed data for evidence. This logical progression ensures that all relevant data is collected, processed, and analyzed systematically.
On an unlocked and unrooted Android device, the investigator can perform logical acquisition by connecting the device to the forensic workstation via USB and running the adb pull command to acquire data.