Security Parameters

Secure cloud storage approach prototype for mobile devices user data Validation

Security parameter Factfile

Output Description

Automatic File Self-Destruction capabilities

Yes

The developed prototype was successfully able to self-destruct files after viewing and logout

Data Storage Location

Cloud

The user data was stored in the cloud and no shadow copy was left on the mobile device internal memory

Encryption Method Employed

AES 256, PBKDF, Salt function

The Prototype Successfully applied AES 256 as the main encryption method and the additional security/encryption steps listed

Strength of Encryption

Very High

Based on the encryption steps employed, it made the prototype strength of encryption very high. This is because the used encryption methods are proven to be very difficult to crack by attackers.

Login Authentication required

Yes

The tools requires user login details and successfully authenticates them before login can take place

Data recovery in the event of mobile device loss

Yes

Data is successfully stored in the cloud and can be accessed using a different device with the correct credentials

Access control based on data confidentiality level required

Yes

User is required to create a decryption/encryption key which they are prompted to enter when viewing the uploaded content