Adaptive Input Portion Switching for Sensitive Data Entry
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional input methods do not adequately secure the entry of sensitive information, as they do not differentiate between sensitive and non-sensitive data entry scenarios, potentially leading to unauthorized access or leakage of confidential information.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus with multiple input options, including a first and second input portion, where the second input portion is designed to be less visible to others, and a determination mechanism to switch between these based on the sensitivity of the data being entered, ensuring secure input of sensitive information.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a default input portion is used for all data entry, then ease of operation is improved, but security of sensitive information deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically switches between different input portions based on the sensitivity of the data being entered. The determination portion identifies whether data is sensitive, and the call portion selects the appropriate input portion accordingly, making the system adaptive rather than static.
Solution Approach 2:
Different input portions are assigned different security characteristics. The first input portion is suitable for general data entry, while the second input portion provides enhanced security for sensitive information. Each input portion has localized quality suited to specific data types.
2Reliability
If a less visible input portion is used for sensitive data, then security of sensitive information is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The determination portion serves multiple functions: it identifies sensitive data, determines which input portion to call, and enables the system to adapt to different security requirements. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate dedicated components.
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically determines whether data is sensitive and selects the appropriate input portion without requiring user intervention or manual configuration. The determination portion and call portion work together to self-manage the security classification and input selection.
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AI summary
An information processing apparatus includes an input portion for a user to enter information, the input portion including a first input portion, and a second input portion with which information being entered is hard to be seen by a person around the user as compared with the first input portion. The information processing apparatus also includes a determination portion configured to determine whether or not entry target information to be entered by the user is sensitive. The information processing apparatus further includes a call portion configured to, prior to entry of the entry target information, call the first input portion when the determination portion determines that the entry target information is not sensitive, and call the second input portion when the determination portion determines that the entry target information is sensitive.