Searching for just a few words should be enough to get started. If you need to make more complex queries, use the tips below to guide you.
Article type: Research Article
Authors: S.S., Akilana; * | Devprasad, Kayathri Devib | J, Raja Sekarc
Affiliations: [a] Department of Computer Applications, Mepco Schlenk Engineering College (Autonomous), Sivakasi, Tamilnadu, India | [b] Department of Information Technology and Engineering, Amity University, Tashkent, Uzbekistan | [c] Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Mepco Schlenk Engineering College (Autonomous), Sivakasi, Tamilnadu, India
Correspondence: [*] Corresponding author: Akilan S.S., Department of Computer Applications, Mepco Schlenk Engineering College (Autonomous), Sivakasi, Tamilnadu, India. E-mail: akilan@mepcoeng.ac.in.
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Wireless Body Area Networks (WBANs) are integral to modern healthcare systems, providing continuous health monitoring and real-time data transmission. The sensitivity of medical data being transmitted makes security a significant concern in WBANs. OBJECTIVE: This study explores the application of the Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC)-based Diffie-Hellman Key Exchange (ECDH) algorithm to enhance security within WBANs. METHOD: The study investigates the suitability of ECC for this context and evaluates the performance and security implications of implementing ECDH in WBANs. RESULTS: The findings reveal that ECDH provides a robust and computationally efficient solution for secure key exchange in WBANs, addressing inherent vulnerabilities. CONCLUSION: The adoption of ECC-based ECDH is poised to bolster data confidentiality and integrity in WBANs, promoting trust and widespread use of these networks in healthcare applications. This research contributes to the growing body of knowledge regarding security measures in WBANs and opens new avenues for the secure transmission of sensitive medical information.
Keywords: Wireless Body Area Networks (WBANs), security, Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC), Diffie-Hellman key exchange (DHE), ECDH
DOI: 10.3233/THC-231614
Journal: Technology and Health Care, vol. Pre-press, no. Pre-press, pp. 1-20, 2024
IOS Press, Inc.
6751 Tepper Drive
Clifton, VA 20124
USA
Tel: +1 703 830 6300
Fax: +1 703 830 2300
sales@iospress.com
For editorial issues, like the status of your submitted paper or proposals, write to editorial@iospress.nl
IOS Press
Nieuwe Hemweg 6B
1013 BG Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Tel: +31 20 688 3355
Fax: +31 20 687 0091
info@iospress.nl
For editorial issues, permissions, book requests, submissions and proceedings, contact the Amsterdam office info@iospress.nl
Inspirees International (China Office)
Ciyunsi Beili 207(CapitaLand), Bld 1, 7-901
100025, Beijing
China
Free service line: 400 661 8717
Fax: +86 10 8446 7947
china@iospress.cn
For editorial issues, like the status of your submitted paper or proposals, write to editorial@iospress.nl
如果您在出版方面需要帮助或有任何建, 件至: editorial@iospress.nl