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AndroidNetworkHigh

Android WiFi History

WifiConfigStore.xml and netpolicy.xml record every network the device connected to, including SSID, BSSID (MAC), and encryption type — strong location inference.

artifact_type: mobile_android_wifi

Where to find it

Default filesystem paths and registry locations. Collect these with your preferred live-response or disk-image tooling.

  • $/data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml
  • $/data/misc/apexdata/com.android.wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml

Forensic significance

Common scenarios in which this artifact becomes decisive evidence.

  • Proving the device was at a specific location via BSSID
  • Pattern-of-life — home, work, frequent venues
  • Corroborating witness testimony with wireless beacons

MITRE ATT&CK mapping

Techniques this artifact can help detect or substantiate. Click a technique to view the official MITRE entry.

Tools that parse it

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