performing-mobile-device-forensics-with-cellebrite

Acquire and analyze mobile device data with Cellebrite UFED and ALEAPP/iLEAPP.

2|Updated Jun 5, 2026
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Skill: performing-mobile-device-forensics-with-cellebrite
Source: https://github.com/balsm-health/Balsm-AI/tree/main/plugin/skills/performing-mobile-device-forensics-with-cellebrite
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/balsm-health/Balsm-AI --skill performing-mobile-device-forensics-with-cellebrite-balsm-health

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires python, libimobiledevice, ADB, ALEAPP, iLEAPP, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of acquiring and analyzing mobile device data using Cellebrite UFED and open-source tools, facilitating investigations involving communications, location data, and application artifacts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Data Acquisition: Supports extraction of data from mobile devices using Cellebrite UFED and open-source tools.
  • Analysis: Allows detailed analysis of communications, location data, and app artifacts.
  • Use Case: For instance, it can be used to recover deleted messages, location data, and analyze app data during an investigation into criminal activity.

Quick Start

Perform data acquisition with Cellebrite UFED or an open-source tool and then use ALEAPP or iLEAPP to analyze the extracted data.

Frequently Asked Questions about performing-mobile-device-forensics-with-cellebrite

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I extract and analyze mobile device forensics data using Cellebrite UFED?

Mobile device forensics data extraction uses Cellebrite UFED for acquisition, followed by ALEAPP or iLEAPP to analyze communications, location, and application artifacts during investigations.

What is the process for recovering deleted messages and location data from mobile devices?

Recovering deleted messages and location data requires acquiring the physical or logical extraction using Cellebrite UFED, then processing the extracted artifacts through ALEAPP or iLEAPP for analysis.

Do I need ADB and libimobiledevice to perform digital forensics on Android and iOS devices?

Yes, digital forensics on iOS devices requires libimobiledevice for support, while Android device acquisition relies on ADB to interface with the hardware before using Cellebrite UFED.

Can I use open-source tools instead of Cellebrite UFED for mobile device forensics?

Yes, you can perform mobile device forensics using open-source acquisition tools alongside ALEAPP and iLEAPP for analysis, serving as an alternative to the Cellebrite UFED workflow.

How does ALEAPP and iLEAPP analyze application artifacts during a forensics investigation?

ALEAPP and iLEAPP analyze application artifacts by parsing the data extracted via Cellebrite UFED or open-source tools, decoding communications, location histories, and app-specific data for investigations.

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