Robust and energy-efficient authentication protocols for medical sensor networks

Mane, Dhiraj Kumar; Hundekari, Sheela; Durgawale, Prakash M.; Khodaskar, Manish; Lule, Aditi; Kulkarni, Shailesh V.

doi:10.47974/JDMSC-1895

Open Access Research Article

Robust and energy-efficient authentication protocols for medical sensor networks

Dhiraj Kumar Manedhirajmane123@gmail.comKrishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University)Krishna Institute of Medical SciencesKarad, Maharashtra, IndiaView full profile → , ^*Sheela HundekariCorresponding authorsheela.hundekari@mituniversity.edu.inDepartment of MCAMIT School of ManagementLoni KalbhorMIT Art, Design & Technology UniversityPune, Maharashtra, IndiaView full profile → , Prakash M. Durgawaledrpdurgawale2007@gmail.comDepartment of Community MedicineKrishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University)Krishna Institute of Medical SciencesKarad, Maharashtra, IndiaView full profile → , Manish Khodaskarmrkhodaskar@pict.eduDepartment of Information TechnologyPune Institute of Computer TechnologyPune, Maharashtra, IndiaView full profile → , Aditi Luleaditi.lule@sspad.edu.inSymbiosis School of Planning Architecture and DesignNagpur Campus, Symbiosis International (Deemed University)Pune, IndiaView full profile → , Shailesh V. Kulkarnishailesh.kulkarni@viit.ac.inDepartment of Electronics and TelecommunicationVishwakarma Institute of Information TechnologyPune, Maharashtra, IndiaView full profile →

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pp. 383–395Vol. 27Issue 2-AMarch 2024DOI: 10.47974/JDMSC-1895 Crossmark XML

Published Online:: 06 Apr 2024
Article type:: Research Article
Language:: EN
Article no.:: JDMSC-1895
Pages:: 383–395

Abstract

The growing incorporation of medical sensor networks into healthcare systems has emphasized the crucial requirement for secure and energy-efficient authentication protocols. The purpose of this study is to present a new method called Sidechain-based Trusted Platform Module (s-TPM) authentication, which aims to overcome the inherent difficulties in ensuring the security of medical sensor networks. This study performs a thorough comparison of s-TPM with two well-established authentication protocols, LEAP and TinySec, across multiple evaluation parameters, such as security, energy efficiency, and performance. The s-TPM authentication method utilizes sidechain technology to strengthen the resilience of authentication procedures in medical sensor networks. s-TPM utilizes a decentralized and tamper-proof system to reduce security weaknesses, offering a robust protection against unauthorized entry and data breaches. The results indicate that s-TPM surpasses LEAP and TinySec in terms of security resilience, guaranteeing a dependable protection against diverse cyber threats. Moreover, s-TPM demonstrates exceptional energy efficiency, which enhances the longevity of medical sensor devices’ operation while upholding a high standard of security. The results emphasize the importance of utilizing innovative methods, like s-TPM, to create authentication protocols that are specifically designed for the distinct difficulties encountered in medical settings.

Keywords

Medical sensor networks Authentication protocols Sidechain technology Energy efficiency Cybersecurity in healthcare

Subject Classifications

Primary 93A30Secondary 49K15

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