Authors: Sopian Alviana, Muhamad Faishal Azizi, Dedeng Hirawan
Abstract
The internet of things (IoT) is a transformative technology that enables hardware devices to connect and communicate through computer networks. Among the commonly used protocols in IoT is the message queue telemetry transport (MQTT). While MQTT offers the advantage of lightweight data transmission, it falls short in ensuring data security and confidentiality. This limitation can be addressed through the implementation of cryptographic algorithms. This study aimed to enhance the security of data on IoT devices by utilizing a combined cryptographic approach that integrates elliptic curve Diffie Hellman (ECDH) with the advanced encryption standard (AES). The research methodology involves several key stages: analysing and determining system requirements, designing a security model, and conducting performance testing. Success is evaluated based on parameters such as memory and processor usage. Experimental results demonstrated that the integration of ECDH and AES effectively secures data on IoT devices, with memory usage recorded at 8.69% and processor utilization at 21.3%. © School of Engineering, Taylor’s University.
Author keywords
AES; ECDH; Internet of things; MQTT; Security
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