Skype Media

Overview

Evidence: Skype Media Description: Collect Skype Media Category: Applications Platform: windows Short Name: skpym Is Parsed: No Sent to Investigation Hub: No Collect File(s): Yes

Background

Skype caches media files including profile avatars, thumbnails, copied/pasted images, and files sent/received through the application. These media files are stored in various cache and storage directories.

Data Collected

This collector gathers structured data about skype media.

Collection Method

This collector gathers Skype media directories including copy/paste image cache, avatars, thumbnails, general media, and send/receive storage folders from both UWP and classic Skype locations.

Forensic Value

Skype media contains visual evidence from conversations including shared images, profile pictures, and transferred files. This helps identify participants, recover shared content, and understand the context of communications.