Visual Security Indicators for Data Protection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current on-line communication systems lack effective visual indicators to alert users of the security level of their connections, potentially leading to data insecurity as users may miss the subtle visual cues indicating a secure connection, which can result in unprotected data transmission.
Innovation Solution
A method and system where a computing device detects entered content as protected information based on predefined criteria and displays a visual indication if the security state is below a threshold, offering options to the user to access the content securely, and enters a protected mode to prevent data transmission until the user confirms security.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If subtle visual indications (padlock icon, https suffix) are used to show secure connection, then the interface remains clean and unobtrusive, but users may miss these indications and fail to recognize the security level
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies color changes to visual indicators to convey security level information. Different colors represent different security states, making the security level immediately recognizable to users without adding complex interface elements. This resolves the contradiction by making indicators prominent through color while maintaining interface simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments security information into distinct visual components (icons, colors, text labels) that can be independently perceived. This segmentation allows users to quickly grasp security status without processing complex unified indicators, addressing the issue of missed subtle cues while avoiding interface overload.
2Reliability
If the browser only reacts to on-line resource requirements without proactive protection, then the system remains simple, but user information is not actively protected
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary action by proactively evaluating security conditions before data transmission occurs. The system assesses security levels and prevents transmission of protected information over insecure connections, rather than merely reacting to resource requirements. This proactive approach enhances data protection reliability while adding controlled system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent incorporates feedback mechanisms that monitor connection security status and provide real-time information to users. The system continuously evaluates security conditions and communicates status through visual indicators, enabling users to make informed decisions about data transmission. This feedback loop improves reliability by ensuring security awareness without excessive system complexity.
3Loss of information
If no security level indication is provided, then the interface remains simple, but users cannot assess the security of their connection
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses color changes as a concise method to communicate security level information. Different colors represent different security states, transmitting essential security information without requiring extensive text or complex displays. This resolves the contradiction by effectively communicating security information while maintaining interface simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes visual parameters (color, icon state, text presence) based on security level to convey information efficiently. Rather than displaying detailed security metrics, the system adjusts visual parameters to reflect security status, transmitting critical information without overwhelming the user with complexity.
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AI summary
A device and method are provided for a device that communicates security information to a user entering content into the device. In an aspect, the device may access content from a server over a connection through the network. The device displays the content on a user interface of the device. The device detects information entered into a field of the displayed content and evaluates a security state of the device. If the security state is below a security threshold and, if the entered information is identified as protected information based on stored criteria, the device displaying a visual indication on the user interface.