2025 MD-Series Q1 Release Note Highlights

The first quarter of 2025 marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to enhancing digital investigation capabilities. We are pleased to announce substantial improvements across the entire MD-Series, with particular emphasis on our drone forensics capabilities and expanding the number of countries supporting number plate restoration feature. 

These advancements reflect our dedication to providing law enforcement agencies, and investigators with cutting-edge tools that address the evolving challenges in the digital investigation landscape. 

 

Key Highlights:

 

📱 MD NEXT

• Model update of FFS (MD-PLUG) – 16 Manufacturers, 112 New models  

• Supports UI for 中文, 日本語, Tiếng Việt Beta

📤 MD-RED

• Supported New Apps – 21 Android Apps, 9 iOS Apps 

• Added support for JPEG XL(JXL) image format

👮🏻‍♀️ MD-LIVE

• Support UI for Bahasa Indonesia  

• Improved OCR analysis performance on iOS devices

☁️ MD-CLOUD

• Improved extraction stability for iCloud and Facebook
• Additional analysis for adjusted timestamp for iCloud photos

🚁 MD-DRONE

• New extraction method that analyzes files exported from DJI Assistant 

• Added Physical Extraction support with USB extraction method with DJI models.

🎥 MD-VIDEO AI

• ‘Number Plate Restoration’ covering 37 countries + 29 Regions of USA  

• ‘Multi-Input Number Plate Restoration’ covering 8 countries + 9 Regions of USA

 

To learn more about how these updates can enhance your investigative capabilities, please contact our sales team for full release note. 

 


GMDSOFT Tech Letter vol 10. Artifact Analysis of Google Maps Timeline

The Evolution of Google Maps Timeline as Forensic Evidence 

Google maps timeline has established itself as one of valuable data sources in digital forensic investigations since its launch in 2015. This powerful feature meticulously records a user’s location history, providing investigators with precise coordinates and timestamps that can place individuals at specific locations with remarkable accuracy. 

For years, forensic experts have relied on this data to reconstruct event sequences, establish or refute alibis, and map suspect movements in criminal investigations. The data’s strength lies in its passive collection methodology—Google captures location information whenever a Google service is activated on a device, even while the device is idle. This creates a comprehensive digital footprint spanning months or even years of user activity. 

 

A Significant Policy Shift 

In December 2023, Google implemented a significant policy change regarding location history storage and access that has substantially impacted forensic investigations. Previously, investigators could export timeline data through desktop browsers, allowing for streamlined analysis and integration with forensic tools. However, Google’s new policy restricts Timeline exports exclusively to mobile devices. 

 

GMDSOFT’s MD-RED: Adapting to the New Reality 

In response to Google’s policy changes, GMDSOFT has enhanced its mobile device evidence analysis program, MD-RED, to efficiently process timeline data exported from both Android and iOS devices. This specialized solution addresses the new challenges faced by investigators while maintaining the forensic completeness of the evidence.  

This month’s Tech Letter provides an in-depth examination of MD-RED’s capabilities for Google maps Timeline analysis, exploring techniques for proper extraction of Timeline data from mobile devices while showcasing advanced analysis methodologies that reveal valuable investigative information from Google Maps Timeline data. 

 

Looking Ahead 

As technology companies continue to modify their data policies, digital forensic methodologies must evolve accordingly. GMDSOFT remains committed to developing solutions that adapt to these changes while maintaining the highest standards of forensic analysis. 

For forensic professionals seeking to navigate Google’s new policy effectively, the combination of proper training, specialized tools like MD-RED, and adherence to rigorous forensic procedures will be essential in continuing to leverage this critical source of evidence. 

To learn more about analyzing Google maps timeline data with MD-RED and to receive the latest updates on digital forensic best practices, request for this month full Tech Letter. 


GMDSOFT Partners with Ulaanbaatar City Council to Revolutionize Traffic Safety Through Advanced Forensic Technology

GMDSOFT is pleased to announce a significant milestone in our commitment to public safety and technological innovation. Our recent Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with ULAANBAATAR CITY COUNCIL of MONGOLIA represents a transformative approach to addressing traffic-related challenges through advanced forensic technologies. 

A Collaborative Vision for Safer Urban Environments 

We were honored to host the Citizen’s Representative for the Capital City and the Head of Investigation Department of Traffic Police at GMDSOFT HQ. This pivotal meeting underscored the critical need for technological interventions in traffic crime investigation. 

Understanding the Technological Landscape 

Mongolia’s urban transportation ecosystem faces significant challenges in traffic crime investigation. Limited technological infrastructure has historically hindered law enforcement’s ability to effectively analyze, document, and resolve complex traffic incidents. These challenges extend beyond mere statistical concerns, representing real-world safety risks for citizens and systemic limitations in legal enforcement. 

GMDSOFT’s Comprehensive Technological Solution 

Our partnership introduces a comprehensive suite of advanced video forensic technologies designed to dramatically enhance investigative capabilities.  

MD-VIDEO AI is an AI-based solution with cutting-edge Vehicle Detection technology that accurately identifies various vehicles in video files, advanced Number Plate Identification technology that recognizes all the vehicle numbers seen in the frame and proprietary Number Plate Restoration technology that reconstruct identifiable vehicle number from surveillance footage with unclear and low-resolution plate images—providing critical evidence for previously unsolvable cases. 

More Than Technology: A Commitment to Public Safety 

This collaboration transcends technological deployment. We are fundamentally reimagining how urban traffic safety can be approached, leveraging data-driven insights and state-of-the-art forensic technologies to create more secure transportation ecosystems. 

Looking Forward: A Shared Commitment to Innovation 

As we embark on this transformative journey with ULAANBAATAR CITY COUNCIL of MONGOLIA, GMDSOFT remains committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in traffic crime investigation. Our partnership represents not just a technological solution, but a shared vision of safer, more intelligent urban environments. 

Stay tuned for ongoing updates about this groundbreaking partnership and its potential impact on urban safety technologies. 


MD-DRONE: Advancing the Future of Drone Forensics

Why Drone Forensics Matters 

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, drones have become ubiquitous tools across industries ranging from photography and agriculture to security and emergency services. However, this proliferation has also introduced new challenges in digital forensics and security. Unauthorized drone operations, privacy violations, and potential use in criminal activities have created an urgent need for sophisticated drone forensic capabilities. 

Traditional digital forensics methods often fall short when applied to drone technologies due to their unique operating systems, proprietary data formats, and complex flight control mechanisms. This gap in forensic capabilities can leave investigators without crucial evidence and organizations vulnerable to security breaches. 

Introducing MD-DRONE v1.5.0.249 

MD-DRONE stands at the forefront of drone forensic technology, delivering comprehensive solutions that address these challenges. Our latest update introduces groundbreaking features designed to transform how professionals approach drone investigations and security. 

 

Key Highlights: 

• Physical extraction 

   ・ Added support for the USB extraction method

   ・ DJI: Phantom 4 Advanced, Phantom 4 Pro, Phantom 4 Pro V2.0, Phantom 4 RTK, Matrice 600 Pro, N3(FC), A3(FC) 

• MD-PLUG: Enhanced Extraction Hardware  

   ・ Our specialized hardware interface works seamlessly with MD-DRONE to enable efficient data extraction 

   ・ Minimizes failures caused by PC environment variations 

   ・ Provides the decryption of encrypted flight logs used in modern drone systems 

• DJI Assistant File 

   ・ Introduces a new extraction method that analyzes files exported from DJI Assistant. 

 

Experience the Future of Drone Forensics 

MD-DRONE represents the cutting edge of drone forensic technology, developed by industry experts with real-world experience in digital investigations and drone security. Our commitment to innovation ensures you’ll always have access to the most advanced tools available. 

Schedule a demonstration today to see how MD-DRONE can transform your drone forensic capabilities and provide the evidence you need when it matters most. 

 


Tech Letter vol 9. Investigating an Unknown USIM as Digital Evidence

When criminals thought they were untraceable, a single USIM told their whole story. 

In a stunning breakthrough that reads like a techno-thriller, authorities recently dismantled a sophisticated international fraud ring that had stolen hundreds of millions of dollars by impersonating prosecutors and police officers. Their biggest mistake? Underestimating the silent witness in their pocket. 

Despite constantly switching phones and USIM cards to evade detection, these criminals couldn’t escape the digital breadcrumbs they left behind. One recovered USIM contained the critical evidence that brought down their entire operation. 

 

The digital fingerprint you carry every day 

That simple chip in your phone isn’t just connecting you to networks—it’s storing a wealth of information about your digital life. While fraudsters thought they were outsmarting investigators by swapping devices, they failed to understand one crucial fact: each USIM carries a unique digital signature that can link back to its user. 

In digital forensics, this tiny component often becomes the smoking gun. When suspects surrender alternative devices, the story told by their USIM can break their alibi wide open. 

 

What secrets does your USIM hold? 

MD-NEXT can extract and analyze data from unidentified USIM cards, transforming seemingly random data into case-breaking evidence. 

 

What could your USIM reveal about you? 

Tech Letter vol.9 delves into the fascinating world of USIM forensics, unveiling: 

•The data structures that expose user identity 

•How investigators track criminals through USIM footprints 

 

Are you curious about what stories your own USIM card could tell? 

Request the complete Tech Letter to discover the incredible forensic techniques that are revolutionizing digital investigations.


Strategic Partnership with MH Service to Enhance Digital Forensics Capabilities in India

GMDSOFT, a global leader in digital and mobile forensics solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with mh Service, a prominent digital forensic solution provider in India. This collaboration aims to strengthen India’s digital forensics ecosystem and provide advanced investigative tools to law enforcement agencies and corporate security teams across the country. 

 

Partnership Details 

The partnership designates mh Service as GMDSOFT’s official distributor in India, facilitating the deployment of cutting-edge MD-Series solutions throughout the region. This strategic alliance combines GMDSOFT’s extensive forensic expertise with mh Service’s robust distribution network, enabling the delivery of world-class investigative tools tailored specifically for Indian organizations. 

 

Addressing Cybercrime Challenges 

As cybercrime rates continue to escalate in India, this partnership comes at a critical time. GMDSOFT’s MD-Series, specializing in mobile, video, and drone forensics solutions, is expected to play a pivotal role in transforming cybercrime investigations in the country. The technology offers authorities unprecedented capabilities to extract and analyze digital evidence, significantly enhancing their investigative prowess. 

 

Executive Insights 

Jessy Jun, Senior Managing Director at GMDSOFT, emphasized the importance of this partnership in the face of evolving cyber threats. “With the increasing complexity of cyber threats, our partnership ensures that law enforcement and enterprises in India have access to the most advanced forensic tools available,” Jessy stated. This collaboration is set to empower investigators with state-of-the-art resources to combat digital crimes more effectively. 

 

Impact on India’s Digital Forensics Landscape 

The partnership between GMDSOFT and mh Service is expected to have a substantial impact on India’s digital forensics capabilities. By providing access to advanced forensic technologies, this collaboration aims to enhance the country’s ability to investigate and mitigate cybercrime, ultimately contributing to a more secure digital environment for businesses and citizens alike. 

As cyber threats continue to evolve, this strategic alliance positions India at the forefront of digital forensic capabilities, equipping its law enforcement and security professionals with the tools necessary to address the challenges of the digital age. 

 

ABOUT MH SERVICE 

With over 30 years of expertise, mh Service is a trusted global provider of forensic solutions, offering specialized hardware, software, and fully equipped digital forensic laboratories. As a partner of industry leaders, mh Service delivers cutting-edge forensic tools to help organizations conduct high-performance digital investigations. For more information, visit www.mh-service.in 

 

ABOUT GMDSOFT 

GMDSOFT is a leading provider of digital forensics and cybersecurity solutions, offering state-of-the-art solution to law enforcement agencies, intelligence organizations, and enterprises worldwide. MD-Series empower investigators to efficiently collect, analyze, and manage digital evidence for faster and more accurate forensic investigations. For more information, visit www.gmdsoft.com  

 


MD-Series 2024 Release Note Recap: A Year of Innovation at GMDSOFT

It took considerable time to compile all the incredible efforts our team members at GMDSOFT have put forth throughout 2024. This past year has been truly significant for us in terms of meaningful results.  

GMDSOFT continues to research and develop support for an ever-growing list of models and chipsets, including full filesystem support for UNISOC chipsets. Additionally, we’ve introduced groundbreaking features that transcend the limitations of video forensic investigations, such as AI-powered face search, restoration, and deepfake detection.  

 

Key Highlights: 

 

MD–NEXT 

• Supports Full Filesystem with MD-PLUG for 91 UNISOC, 276 Qualcomm, 75 MediaTek, 81 Exynos, 23 Tensor Chipset models
• Supports extraction for Galaxy Gear & Watch series with Tizen OS

MD-RED 

• Supports New Apps – 74 Android & 38 iOS apps
• Supports app decryption using keystore data extracted from Full Filesystem with MD-PLUG

MD-LIVE 

• Supports Japanese language UI
• Added PList (Property List) viewer and Hex viewer
• Support for LINE app as a scanning messenger

MD-CLOUD 

• Enhanced extraction stability of Baidu, Google, iCloud, and X (Formerly Twitter)
• Supports login for accounts with 2FA (Two Factor Authentication) for Facebook and X

MD-DRONE 

• Added new Aircraft and Flight controller models for extraction & Analysis
• Introduced an indicator to assess the accuracy of location information in flight logs

MD-VIDEO AI 

• Supports ‘Face Search’ & ‘Face restoration’ feature
• ‘Number Plate Restoration’ including Brazil, Egypt, France, Germany, Italy, Kingdom of the Netherlands, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Burkina Faso, Denmark, Ecuador, Iraq, Japan, Mongolia, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and United States
• ‘Multi-Input Number Plate Restoration’ including US, Switzerland, Italy

 

We remain committed to empowering digital forensics professionals with innovative solutions.

Contact us for the complete release note recap and detailed feature update! 

 


Enhancing Investigative Capabilities: MD-VIDEO AI Introduces Advanced Face Search and Face Restoration Features

Introduction 

GMDSOFT is pleased to announce new features to our MD-VIDEO AI, introducing face search and face restoration. These advanced features address critical challenges faced by law enforcement and forensic investigators in processing and analyzing video evidence. This is another innovative AI feature designed for one of the most critical elements in investigations-human faces-just like vehicle license plates. 

 

Addressing Modern Investigative Challenges 

In contemporary criminal investigations, video evidence has become increasingly crucial. However, the manual review of footage is extraordinarily time-consuming, and the quality of facial images captured often presents significant obstacles to efficient suspect identification. This innovative MD-VIDEO AI represents our ongoing commitment to enhancing investigative capabilities, specifically designed to analyze one of the most crucial elements in investigations—human faces—paralleling our successful work with vehicle license plates.

 

Advanced Face Search Capabilities 

The newly implemented face search functionality allows investigators to conduct sophisticated queries within video content: 

• Input-Based Search: Investigators can upload reference photographs directly into the video analysis interface to initiate a search for matching faces within the footage. 

• Analysis-Driven Filtering: After initial video processing, the system enables refined searches using analysis results as filters, significantly improving the precision of subject identification. 

• Rapid Processing of High-Volume Data: The AI-powered search engine can process an immense amount of video data in a fraction of the time required for manual review. 

 

Revolutionary Face Restoration Feature 

Our face restoration feature represents a breakthrough in forensic image enhancement: 

• Single and Multi-Image Reconstruction: The system can generate improved facial representations from either a single low-quality image or by synthesizing information from multiple partial captures. 

• Suspect Face Reconstruction: provides identifiable facial reconstruction values by enhancing suspect faces from degraded images, enabling more accurate suspect identification. 

• Detail Recovery: The technology can recover facial details that were previously indiscernible in the original video footage. 

 

Demonstrated Efficacy in Criminal Investigations 

The enhanced MD-VIDEO AI has already demonstrated its value in real-world applications. Multiple investigators have successfully utilized these features to resolve complex cases, including homicide investigations, where traditional methods had reached an impasse. The system’s ability to rapidly process and enhance facial data has proven instrumental in accelerating suspect identification and case resolution. 

 

Conclusion 

The integration of advanced face search and restoration capabilities into MD-VIDEO AI represents a significant advancement in video forensics technology. These features provide law enforcement agencies with powerful tools to overcome longstanding challenges in video evidence analysis, ultimately contributing to more efficient and effective criminal investigations. 

For more information on how MD-VIDEO AI can transform your investigative processes, please contact us for a comprehensive demonstration.

 

 


MD-Series Release Note Highlights : 2024 Q4 Review

Looking back at 2024 Q4, GMDSOFT has implemented significant enhancements across our MD-Series, strengthening our commitment to providing comprehensive digital forensics solutions. This quarter’s updates showcase our dedication to expanding device support, improving extraction capabilities, and introducing innovative features that address the evolving needs of forensic investigators. 

Let’s explore the major improvements in Q4 release: 

📱 MD NEXT
• Supports New phones : 47 Manufacturers, 428 New models
• Supports 91 models with UNISOC chipsets (MD-PLUG required)
 
📤 MD-RED  
• Supports New Apps – 19 Android & 10 iOS apps
• Added support for images extracted using third-party forensic software
 
👮🏻‍♀️ MD-LIVE  
• Supports Japanese language UI
• Support for LINE app as a scanning messenger
 
☁️ MD-CLOUD
• Enhanced extraction stability of Baidu, Google, iCloud, and X(Formerly Twitter)
 
🚁 MD-DRONE  
• New model : DJI FPV
• Introduced an indicator to assess the accuracy of location information in flight logs
 
🎥 MD-VIDEO AI  
• New ‘Face Search’ & ‘Face restoration’ feature  

 

These Q4 updates represent our ongoing commitment to advancing digital forensics technology. This comprehensive updates across our entire product, demonstrates our focus on providing investigators with the most capable and reliable tools in the industry. 

We appreciate the continued trust our users place in GMDSOFT solutions, and we remain dedicated to advancing our capabilities to meet the evolving challenges in digital forensics. 

If you would like to request the full release note, please submit an inquiry for the Q4 release note. 

 

 


MD-NEXT Expands UNISOC Chipset Support

The Evolving Challenge in Mobile Device Forensics  

The rapid proliferation of smartphone diversity presents an increasingly complex landscape for digital forensic investigators. As global smartphone markets expand, traditional forensic tools have struggled to keep pace with the emerging ecosystem of budget and mid-range devices powered by alternative chipset manufacturers. 

 

UNISOC’s Emerging Global Presence 

UNISOC, formerly known as ‘Spreadtrum’, has emerged as a significant player in the mobile chipset market. Founded in 2001, the company has steadily transformed from a regional semiconductor manufacturer to a global technology innovator. 

The smartphone ecosystem has witnessed a remarkable transformation, with alternative chipset manufacturers like UNISOC reshaping the traditional market dominated by giants like Qualcomm and MediaTek. This shift is particularly pronounced in emerging markets, where cost-effective smartphones powered by UNISOC chipsets are gaining substantial traction. 

 

GMDSOFT’s Comprehensive Global Support 

Recognizing the evolving technological landscape, GMDSOFT has strategically expanded MD-NEXT’s capabilities to address this growing market segment. Our latest update represents a comprehensive approach to global device forensics: 

Technical Highlights 

• Broad Compatibility: Support for Android OS versions 9-14 

• Diverse Chipset Extraction: Full Filesystem (FFS) for 5G-enabled models  

• Extensive Device Coverage: Supports over 90 models 

• Advanced Extraction Infrastructure: MD-PLUG enabling deep-level data extraction 

 

Future-Proofing Digital Investigations 

• Continuous research into emerging chipset technologies 

• Developing universal extraction frameworks 

 

Conclusion 

In an increasingly complex technological landscape, MD-NEXT stands at the forefront of forensic innovation. By integrating comprehensive UNISOC chipset support, we are not just expanding our tool’s capabilities – we are redefining the boundaries of digital investigation. 

For forensic professionals navigating today’s intricate technological terrain, MD-NEXT offers more than a tool. We provide a strategic advantage that adapts and evolves with the global smartphone ecosystem.