🔬 FORENSICS-IN-A-BOX

EXIF metadata extraction and analysis tool

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Overview

Desktop application for extracting EXIF metadata from JPEG images. Features GPS geolocation with Google Maps integration.

Key Features:

• Complete EXIF extraction
• GPS coordinate detection
• Google Maps integration
• Real-time metadata analysis
• Professional UI

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Workflow

LOAD IMAGE → ANALYZE METADATA → VIEW ON MAP (if GPS)

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Installation

pip install -r requirements.txt

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Usage

python3 main.py

Or use the automated script:

./start_forensics.sh

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Interface

1. Load Image

• Click LOAD IMAGE
• Select JPEG file
• View image preview

2. Analyze Metadata

• Check status indicator
• Click ANALYZE METADATA
• View extracted data in CRITICAL INTEL section

3. View GPS (if available)

• Click VIEW ON MAP if enabled
• Opens location in Google Maps

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Project Structure

Forensics-in-a-Box/
├── app/
│   ├── forensics_logic.py      # EXIF extraction
│   ├── ui_main_window.py       # GUI
│   └── style.qss               # Styles
├── main.py                     # Entry point
└── requirements.txt            # Dependencies

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Technical Stack

• Python 3.9+
• PyQt5 - GUI framework
• Pillow - EXIF extraction

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Extracted Metadata

• Device make/model
• Capture timestamp
• GPS coordinates (lat/long)
• Camera settings (ISO, aperture, shutter speed)
• Image properties (resolution, color space)

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Troubleshooting

No EXIF found: Use photos from camera/smartphone, not edited images.

Missing dependencies:

pip install Pillow PyQt5

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Use Cases

• Digital forensics
• OSINT investigations
• Image verification
• Location analysis

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Dependencies

Pillow>=9.0.0
PyQt5>=5.15.0

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Notes

• JPEG format only (currently)
• Respect privacy and legal guidelines
• Use for legitimate purposes only

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