Using Machine Learning to Detect Vault (Anti-Forensic) Apps

• Published in: Future internet Vol. 17; no. 5; p. 186
• Main Authors: Johnstone, Michael N., Yang, Wencheng, Ahmed, Mohiuddin
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Basel MDPI AG 01.05.2025
• Subjects: Algorithms; Analysis; Android; Applications programs; Artificial intelligence; Automation; Behavior; Computer forensics; content hiding; Criminal investigations; Forensic sciences; Investment analysis; Law enforcement; Laws, regulations and rules; Machine learning; Malware; malware detection; Privacy; Smart phones; Smartphones; software development; Taxonomy; Technology application; vault apps

Content hiding, or vault applications (apps), are designed with a secondary, often concealed purpose, such as encrypting and storing files. While these apps may serve legitimate functions, they unequivocally present significant challenges for law enforcement. Conventional methods for tackling this i...