Integrated Security Switching With Multi-Device Key Sequencing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing security solutions fail to prevent unauthorized access to secure systems despite multiple layers of protection, as hackers can exploit various methods to gain entry.
Innovation Solution
Implement a sequence-based authentication method involving multiple devices or gateways, where a specific order of inputs (keys, passwords, etc.) must be correctly followed to access the secure system, using a customizable startup sequence to enhance security.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple security layers (firewalls, encryption, authentication) are implemented, then system security is improved, but hackers can still access through different hacking methods
Solution Approach 1:
The authentication process is segmented into multiple sequential steps with multiple devices, where each device provides a key in a specific order. This segmentation ensures that even if one device or key is compromised, the entire sequence cannot be bypassed, thereby maintaining security while preventing unauthorized access through single-point failures.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses dynamic sequence verification where the order of key entry matters. The authentication challenge requires keys to be entered in a specific sequence determined by the challenge, making the security mechanism adaptive and dynamic rather than static. This prevents hackers from using traditional brute-force or single-point exploitation methods.
2Ease of operation
If a single device with access credentials is used, then ease of operation is improved, but security is weakened as one device can provide unauthorized access
Solution Approach 1:
Access credentials are segmented across multiple devices rather than concentrated in one device. Each device holds a portion of the authentication key, and all devices must participate in sequence to gain access. This segmentation maintains operational convenience for authorized users while significantly weakening the impact of single-device compromise.
Solution Approach 2:
The system merges multiple devices and their respective keys into a unified authentication sequence. All devices work together in coordination to provide the complete authentication credential, creating a combined security mechanism that is stronger than the sum of individual devices while maintaining ease of operation for legitimate users.
3Reliability
If sequential multi-device authentication is implemented, then unauthorized access is reduced, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The authentication system is designed to be universal and adaptable to different device types and key formats. The core sequence verification mechanism can handle various authentication methods (passwords, biometrics, tokens) across different devices, reducing the need for device-specific complexity while maintaining strong security authentication.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback mechanisms where the secure system provides challenges that determine the sequence of key entry. This feedback loop guides users through the authentication process, reducing perceived complexity by providing clear instructions while maintaining the security benefits of sequential multi-device verification.
Data Source
AI summary
A secure system is coupled to at least two devices or entry points for access to the secure system. A key sequence is defined for access to the secure system. The key sequence corresponds to the devices coupled to the secure system. A sequence of steps is performed involving the devices. Each step includes capturing a key from a device of the devices and receiving the key at the secure system. A sequence order is determined for the sequence of steps based on the captured keys. The secure system determines whether to allow access based on whether the sequence order corresponds to the key sequence.