Nested Checkpoint Tags for Chain-of-Custody Data Routing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current data transfer systems in distributed networks are prone to incorrect routing and lack secure tracking, leading to vulnerabilities and loss of productivity due to unknown chain-of-custody and potential manipulation of sensitive data.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for secured, layered data tagging that uses checkpoint sensing engines to verify and deconstruct tags at each checkpoint, ensuring accurate routing and secure transfer of data packets by comparing checkpoint tags with identifiers, and providing real-time notifications and quarantine options.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If current data transfer systems are used in distributed networks, then data can be transferred between databases, but the systems are prone to incorrect routing and lack secure tracking
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements layered checkpoint tags nested within transaction packets, where each tag contains checkpoint identifiers that are verified at corresponding checkpoint devices. The tags are nested in a hierarchical structure allowing multiple checkpoints to be tracked within the same data packet, enabling comprehensive chain-of-custody tracking while maintaining routing accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces checkpoint tags as intermediary elements between the transaction packet and checkpoint devices. These tags act as mediators that carry routing information and enable verification without requiring direct coupling between the data system and routing control, thus improving reliability while maintaining system independence.
2Reliability
If checkpoint tags are verified at each checkpoint device, then accurate routing and secure tracking are achieved, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the routing verification function from the main data transfer process by implementing separate checkpoint tags that can be independently verified. The tags are removed or deconstructed at each checkpoint, separating the verification mechanism from the core data payload and reducing the complexity of the overall system while maintaining security.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the routing verification process into discrete checkpoint stages, where each checkpoint device only needs to verify its specific tag rather than the entire routing path. This segmentation reduces the computational complexity at each individual checkpoint while achieving comprehensive security through the cumulative verification process.
3Loss of information
If layered checkpoint tags are implemented for tracking, then chain-of-custody is maintained, but computing resources are consumed for verification
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements partial verification at each checkpoint, where only the relevant checkpoint tag for that specific device is verified rather than all tags in the hierarchy. This partial action approach maintains complete chain-of-custody tracking while significantly reducing the computing resources required at each individual checkpoint, as the verification process is distributed across multiple stages.
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AI summary
Embodiments of the invention are directed to systems, computer program products, and methods for tracking data transferred in a distributed network via secured, layered data tagging. A checkpoint sensing engine collects data flow at a checkpoint device and verifies a match between a checkpoint tag of the transaction packet and a checkpoint identifier of the checkpoint device. If no match occurs, the transaction packet it transmitted to a quarantine unit. If a match occurs, a deconstruction engine then removes the checkpoint tag, exposing an underlying second checkpoint tag corresponding with a second checkpoint device. Thereafter, the transaction packet is transmitted to the second checkpoint device.