Hardware Recovery & Analysis
Not all evidence is easy to reach. Sometimes, the data you need is stored on devices that are damaged, corrupted, or no longer working.
Aletheian Labs works across a range of storage media and hardware to recover data that cannot be accessed through standard methods. This can include hard drives, mobile devices, point-of-sale systems, and other forms of digital storage.
Once data is recovered, we analyze it using forensic methods to understand what it shows and connect it to the broader matter.
Capabilities
- Recovery of data from damaged or degraded storage media
- Forensic analysis of hard drives and other storage devices
- Examination of non-standard or legacy systems
- Extraction and analysis of data embedded in specialized devices
Related Case Studies
The Phone That Wouldn’t Turn On: The Evidence Was Still There
A device that would not power on became the key source of evidence, leading to the recovery of historical text messages that were thought to be gone forever.
Determining What the Devices Were Actually Sending
A detailed review of device behavior and network communications established what information was transmitted during normal operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is hardware recovery needed?
When data cannot be accessed through normal means. This can happen when a device is damaged, corrupted, or no longer working.
Is recovered data reliable?
It can be when handled properly. The key is using strong forensic methods throughout both recovery and analysis.
