Data Storage Security via Physical Accessibility Classification
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Solution Overview
Problem
In computing systems, easily accessible data storage devices pose a risk of theft, compromising personal and private information due to their physical accessibility.
Innovation Solution
An apparatus and method that acquire information on the physical accessibility of data storage devices, classify them based on their accessibility, and store sensitive data on devices with lower accessibility to mitigate theft risks.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If data storage devices are made easily accessible for hot-swapping and front access, then ease of operation and device versatility are improved, but security and reliability deteriorate due to increased theft risk
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by differentiating security measures based on the specific physical location and accessibility characteristics of each data storage device. The system evaluates individual device attributes (front accessible, hot-swappable, externally connected) and applies appropriate security classifications and data placement strategies to each device separately, rather than using a uniform security approach across all storage devices.
2Productivity
If sensitive data is stored on easily accessible devices, then productivity and data availability are improved, but the risk of unauthorized access and data theft increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by dynamically adjusting data placement decisions based on evaluated accessibility parameters of storage devices. The system changes the security classification parameters and data sensitivity matching criteria according to the physical accessibility characteristics of each device, thereby optimizing the balance between data availability and security protection.
3Adaptability or versatility
If data storage devices are made hot-swappable and externally accessible, then adaptability and ease of operation are improved, but manufacturing complexity and security requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by performing security evaluations and accessibility assessments of data storage devices before data is actually stored on them. The system proactively classifies devices based on their physical accessibility characteristics and pre-determines appropriate data placement strategies, thereby simplifying the overall security management process rather than dealing with complex real-time security decisions.
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AI summary
An apparatus for storing data based on physical accessibility of storage devices is disclosed. One embodiment of an apparatus includes a processor and a memory. The memory that stores code executable by the processor to acquire information related to physical accessibility for a plurality of data storage devices, each data storage device operably connected to a computing device. The code is further executable by the processor to classify the physical accessibility for each of the plurality of data storage devices based on the acquired information. Also, the code is executable by the processor to store data on a data storage device of the plurality of data storage devices based on the classified physical accessibility for the data storage device and sensitivity of the data. Further, data with a higher sensitivity is stored on a data storage device classified with a lower accessibility than data with a lower sensitivity.