This is a Technicum podcast.

How much does the data on your mobile phone say about you?

You might be astonished at the answer.

We store photos, bank information, contacts, private conversations, and so much more on these ubiquitous devices.

In the wrong hands, this could be disaster.

But don't panic.

The good news is that the manufacturer of your phone has been diligent in protecting you.

In fact, if encrypted with a password, your phone is likely

the most secure device you own. And that's great for everyone. Except for the law enforcement

agency trying to solve a crime and the only evidence they have in their hands is a locked

telephone. I'm Peter Ballant from Technicon and today we look at the X-Files project once again.

This European project is developing methods to access locked phones. This is a critical

activity in the forensic investigation toolbox. There is no easy solution, but in X-Files,

partners across Europe have resolved to make

inroads to this challenging aspect of cybersecurity.

Today we speak with project partner Renaudiola from Synactive in Paris.

Let's have a listen.

Welcome, Renaud and thanks for coming on today.

Thank you for inviting me.

To start with, tell us what the X-Files project is all about.

Yes, of course.

X-File is a project founded by the European Union under the Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation Program.

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