An Algorithm to Enhance Data Integrity in Cloud Computing

Abstract

Cloud computing storage services allow people to easily maintain and manage large amounts of data at a low cost. However, it cannot guarantee data integrity. Data is sent to remote cloud servers, which is insecure and untrustworthy. Meaning data might be altered intentionally by unauthorized users or accidentally by the service provider causing data loss or modification. Therefore, it's become critical to protect data from hackers to maintain its integrity. This paper proposes EDIE algorithm to enhance data integrity in cloud computing. The proposed algorithm is designed by incorporating Moving Target Defense and New Lightweight Cryptographic Algorithm. The EDIE algorithm will use MTD to dynamically change network configurations and frequently confuse attackers therefore minimizing the level of attacks and leading to enhanced data integrity. In comparison to other commonly used integrity schemes in cloud, the proposed algorithm is expected to have lower attack level and improved execution time resulting in enhanced data integrity in cloud computing.