Image Processing Apparatus Secure Network Connection via Terminal Authentication
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional image processing systems require users to manually input and manage identification information for image processing apparatuses, which can compromise security and is cumbersome, especially when using image processing apparatuses with unfamiliar or multiple devices.
Innovation Solution
An image processing apparatus with a user-friendly interface that allows users to designate identification information for connection target apparatuses, performing user authentication and notifying the apparatus of its own identification information only after verification, thereby enhancing security and simplifying the connection process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If identification information of image processing apparatus is disclosed to enable user connection, then ease of operation is improved, but security deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by having the terminal device send its identification information to the image processing apparatus before the connection is established. The image processing apparatus stores this information and uses it to automatically retrieve and transmit its own identification information to the terminal, eliminating the need for manual input while maintaining security through controlled information disclosure.
Solution Approach 2:
The image processing apparatus provides self-service by automatically generating and transmitting its identification information to the terminal device without requiring user intervention. The system uses the terminal's provided identification information to automatically locate and connect to the appropriate apparatus, making the connection process seamless and secure.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If manual input of identification information is required for each apparatus, then security is maintained, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system eliminates manual input requirements by implementing self-service functionality where the image processing apparatus automatically provides its identification information to the terminal device. The terminal sends its own identification information, and the image processing apparatus uses this to automatically retrieve and transmit its identification information, making the connection process automatic and secure without user intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary actions by having the terminal device provide its identification information in advance, which the image processing apparatus stores and uses to automatically transmit its own identification information. This preliminary exchange of information enables automatic connection establishment without requiring manual input during the connection process.
3Adaptability or versatility
If identification information is widely disclosed for network access, then adaptability is improved, but harmful factors increase due to fraud and DoS attacks
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses an intermediary approach where the terminal device's identification information serves as a mediator to establish secure communication. Instead of widely disclosing the image processing apparatus's identification information, the system uses the terminal's provided information as a secure key to enable automatic connection, thus maintaining adaptability while preventing unauthorized access and attacks.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary verification by having the terminal device provide its identification information before any connection is established. The image processing apparatus stores this information and uses it to securely transmit its own identification information, creating a controlled access mechanism that enables adaptability while preventing fraud and DoS attacks through restricted information disclosure.
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AI summary
An image processing apparatus is provided with a terminal designation accepting portion that accepts a designation by a user to designate an IP address of a terminal to be connected to the image processing apparatus and a setting data control portion that sends, to the terminal, setting data that includes an IP address of the image processing apparatus itself based on the IP address of the terminal that is designated by the user. Thereby, in the case where the image processing apparatus is caused to cooperate with other apparatus via a communication line, a more user-friendly operation for the cooperation can be provided with the security of the image processing apparatus protected compared to conventional systems.