Secure Media Container Location-Based Access Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current data loss prevention methods often adopt an 'all or nothing' approach, lacking control over removable data storage devices like USB drives once they are out of the owner's immediate control, leading to unauthorized access and copying of sensitive data.
Innovation Solution
A secure media container system that includes a portable power supply, antenna for network communication, a receptacle for removable data storage, and a computer apparatus with a processor and memory, equipped with a software module to track location, apply actions based on location, and secure the data storage device, preventing unauthorized access through fingerprint matching and tampering detection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If users are given full access to read, copy, and modify targeted data, then ease of operation is improved, but data security deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments data access control into multiple levels: full access, read-only access, and no access. The system divides the removable storage device's data space into protected and unprotected regions, allowing different access permissions for different data portions. This resolves the contradiction by enabling users to have ease of operation for authorized data while maintaining data security for sensitive information through cryptographic protection.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a secure media container as an intermediary device between the user and the removable storage device. This container implements access control policies, encryption/decryption operations, and monitoring functions. The intermediary enforces security rules while allowing legitimate access, thus resolving the contradiction between ease of operation and data security.
2Reliability
If password protections are implemented, then data security is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The secure media container implements automatic authentication and access control without requiring manual password entry for each access attempt. The system automatically verifies user credentials, manages encryption keys, and enforces access policies. This self-service approach maintains data security while improving ease of operation by eliminating repetitive password management for users.
3Reliability
If control over removable data storage devices is maintained, then data security is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple security functions (encryption, access control, authentication, monitoring) into a single integrated secure media container device. This consolidation manages device complexity by providing unified control through one system rather than multiple separate components, while maintaining comprehensive data security for removable storage devices.
4Reliability
If fingerprint matching and tampering detection are implemented, then data security is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical access control methods with biometric fingerprint matching and electronic tampering detection mechanisms. These electronic/digital systems provide more reliable security while managing complexity through integrated implementation in the secure media container, eliminating the need for separate mechanical locking systems.
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AI summary
Embodiments of a secure media container and a method of using same are provided. In some embodiments, the secure media container includes a portable power supply; an antenna; a receptacle for receiving removable data storage; and a computer apparatus including a processor and a memory, comprising executable instructions that cause the processor to: determine that a removable data storage device has been input into the receptacle; track a location of the secure media container using the antenna; determine an action associated with the location of the secure media container by: accessing a database comprising a plurality of locations and associated actions; and comparing the location of the secure media container to the plurality of locations and associated actions in the database; and apply the action to the removable storage device based on the location of the secure media container.