Enhancing IoT Security through a Green and Sustainable Federated Learning Platform: Leveraging Efficient Encryption and the Quondam Signature Algorithm

This research paper introduces a novel paradigm that synergizes innovative algorithms, namely efficient data encryption, the Quondam Signature Algorithm (QSA), and federated learning, to effectively counteract random attacks targeting Internet of Things (IoT) systems. The incorporation of federated...

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Main Authors: Turki Aljrees, Ankit Kumar, Kamred Udham Singh, Teekam Singh
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Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-09-01
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/23/19/8090
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description This research paper introduces a novel paradigm that synergizes innovative algorithms, namely efficient data encryption, the Quondam Signature Algorithm (QSA), and federated learning, to effectively counteract random attacks targeting Internet of Things (IoT) systems. The incorporation of federated learning not only fosters continuous learning but also upholds data privacy, bolsters security measures, and provides a robust defence mechanism against evolving threats. The Quondam Signature Algorithm (QSA) emerges as a formidable solution, adept at mitigating vulnerabilities linked to man-in-the-middle attacks. Remarkably, the QSA algorithm achieves noteworthy cost savings in IoT communication by optimizing communication bit requirements. By seamlessly integrating federated learning, IoT systems attain the ability to harmoniously aggregate and analyse data from an array of devices while zealously guarding data privacy. The decentralized approach of federated learning orchestrates local machine-learning model training on individual devices, subsequently amalgamating these models into a global one. Such a mechanism not only nurtures data privacy but also empowers the system to harness diverse data sources, enhancing its analytical capabilities. A thorough comparative analysis scrutinizes varied cost-in-communication schemes, meticulously weighing both encryption and federated learning facets. The proposed approach shines by virtue of its optimization of time complexity through the synergy of offline phase computations and online phase signature generation, hinged on an elliptic curve digital signature algorithm-based online/offline scheme. In contrast, the Slow Block Move (SBM) scheme lags behind, necessitating over 25 rounds, 1500 signature generations, and an equal number of verifications. The proposed scheme, fortified by its marriage of federated learning and efficient encryption techniques, emerges as an embodiment of improved efficiency and reduced communication costs. The culmination of this research underscores the intrinsic benefits of the proposed approach: marked reduction in communication costs, elevated analytical prowess, and heightened resilience against the spectrum of attacks that IoT systems confront.
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spelling doaj.art-82ee68bc959a45078fdbb569794e509d2023-11-19T15:02:35ZengMDPI AGSensors1424-82202023-09-012319809010.3390/s23198090Enhancing IoT Security through a Green and Sustainable Federated Learning Platform: Leveraging Efficient Encryption and the Quondam Signature AlgorithmTurki Aljrees0Ankit Kumar1Kamred Udham Singh2Teekam Singh3Department College of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Hafr Al Batin, Hafar Al-Batin 39524, Saudi ArabiaDepartment of Computer Engineering & Applications, GLA University, Mathura 281406, IndiaSchool of Computing, Graphic Era Hill University, Dehradun 248002, IndiaDepartment of Computer Science and Engineering, Graphic Era Deemed to be University, Dehradun 248002, IndiaThis research paper introduces a novel paradigm that synergizes innovative algorithms, namely efficient data encryption, the Quondam Signature Algorithm (QSA), and federated learning, to effectively counteract random attacks targeting Internet of Things (IoT) systems. The incorporation of federated learning not only fosters continuous learning but also upholds data privacy, bolsters security measures, and provides a robust defence mechanism against evolving threats. The Quondam Signature Algorithm (QSA) emerges as a formidable solution, adept at mitigating vulnerabilities linked to man-in-the-middle attacks. Remarkably, the QSA algorithm achieves noteworthy cost savings in IoT communication by optimizing communication bit requirements. By seamlessly integrating federated learning, IoT systems attain the ability to harmoniously aggregate and analyse data from an array of devices while zealously guarding data privacy. The decentralized approach of federated learning orchestrates local machine-learning model training on individual devices, subsequently amalgamating these models into a global one. Such a mechanism not only nurtures data privacy but also empowers the system to harness diverse data sources, enhancing its analytical capabilities. A thorough comparative analysis scrutinizes varied cost-in-communication schemes, meticulously weighing both encryption and federated learning facets. The proposed approach shines by virtue of its optimization of time complexity through the synergy of offline phase computations and online phase signature generation, hinged on an elliptic curve digital signature algorithm-based online/offline scheme. In contrast, the Slow Block Move (SBM) scheme lags behind, necessitating over 25 rounds, 1500 signature generations, and an equal number of verifications. The proposed scheme, fortified by its marriage of federated learning and efficient encryption techniques, emerges as an embodiment of improved efficiency and reduced communication costs. The culmination of this research underscores the intrinsic benefits of the proposed approach: marked reduction in communication costs, elevated analytical prowess, and heightened resilience against the spectrum of attacks that IoT systems confront.https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/23/19/8090Internet of Thingsdata encryptionquondam signature algorithm (QSA)MITMcommunication costidentity-based online/offline
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Enhancing IoT Security through a Green and Sustainable Federated Learning Platform: Leveraging Efficient Encryption and the Quondam Signature Algorithm
Sensors
Internet of Things
data encryption
quondam signature algorithm (QSA)
MITM
communication cost
identity-based online/offline
title Enhancing IoT Security through a Green and Sustainable Federated Learning Platform: Leveraging Efficient Encryption and the Quondam Signature Algorithm
title_full Enhancing IoT Security through a Green and Sustainable Federated Learning Platform: Leveraging Efficient Encryption and the Quondam Signature Algorithm
title_fullStr Enhancing IoT Security through a Green and Sustainable Federated Learning Platform: Leveraging Efficient Encryption and the Quondam Signature Algorithm
title_full_unstemmed Enhancing IoT Security through a Green and Sustainable Federated Learning Platform: Leveraging Efficient Encryption and the Quondam Signature Algorithm
title_short Enhancing IoT Security through a Green and Sustainable Federated Learning Platform: Leveraging Efficient Encryption and the Quondam Signature Algorithm
title_sort enhancing iot security through a green and sustainable federated learning platform leveraging efficient encryption and the quondam signature algorithm
topic Internet of Things
data encryption
quondam signature algorithm (QSA)
MITM
communication cost
identity-based online/offline
url https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/23/19/8090
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