Drone Technology and Digital Forensics
Amal Saif, Qasem S. Abu Al-Haija · 2025
The swift development of drone technology presents new challenges and opportunities in digital forensics as drones are progressively integrated into various sectors. This chapter focuses on the intersection between drone technology and digital forensics. The analysis focuses on the unique forensic challenges drones encounter and the methods used to investigate drone-related incidents. The chapter commences with an investigation of drone technology and its applications in various areas. In addition, it highlights the expanding dominance of drones and the prospective issues associated with their exploitation. In addition, the analysis focuses on the complications of drone digital forensics, examining the obstacles related to acquiring and examining data from drone systems. This includes flight records, sensor data, onboard storage devices, etc. Furthermore, the chapter explores drone forensics&s; legal and ethical challenges, including privacy implications and the need to adhere to rules. This chapter provides valuable insights for digital forensic practitioners, law enforcement agencies, and academics seeking to effectively investigate drone-related incidents and mitigate associated dangers in an increasingly drone-enabled world. These ideas are conveyed via the use of case studies and practical examples.