Description:Title: Assessment and Deployment of a Lossless Steganography Framework
Field of the Invention
[0001] The field of invention surrounding the "Assessment and
Deployment of a Lossless Steganography Framework" is marked by
innovation at the intersection of information security and digital
communication. Steganography, the art of hiding information within other
data, has long been a critical component of secure communication
protocols. This framework represents a significant advancement in the
field, offering a method for embedding data without any loss of
information, ensuring both security and integrity of the concealed
message.
[0002] At its core, this framework encompasses a meticulous evaluation
process, meticulously assessing the effectiveness and reliability of the
steganographic techniques employed. Through rigorous testing and
analysis, researchers can ascertain the framework's robustness against
various forms of detection and alteration, thereby enhancing its practical
applicability in real-world scenarios. This meticulous assessment ensures
that the framework meets the stringent requirements of modern
information security standards.
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Background
[0003] Steganography, the practice of concealing messages or
information within other non-secret data, has a long history dating back
to ancient times. In the digital age, steganography has become an
essential tool for ensuring the security and confidentiality of sensitive
information transmitted over digital networks. Unlike cryptography, which
focuses on encrypting messages to make them unreadable,
steganography hides the existence of the message itself, making it an
invaluable technique for covert communication.
[0004] Traditional steganographic methods typically involve embedding
messages within images, audio files, or video files. However, these
methods often result in some loss of data or quality in the carrier file,
which can raise suspicion during transmission. The development of
lossless steganography frameworks aims to address this limitation by
allowing for the concealment of data without any degradation in the
quality of the carrier file. This advancement is crucial for maintaining the
integrity and authenticity of the hidden information.
[0005] The "Assessment and Deployment of a Lossless Steganography
Framework" represents a significant step forward in the field of
steganography. This framework is designed to provide a comprehensive
and systematic approach to evaluating the effectiveness and practicality
of lossless steganographic techniques. By rigorously testing the
framework under various conditions and scenarios, researchers can
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ensure its reliability and robustness in real-world applications.
[0006] The deployment aspect of the framework is equally important, as
it focuses on the practical implementation and integration of the
framework into existing communication systems. This phase involves
developing guidelines and protocols for seamlessly incorporating the
framework into different environments while ensuring compatibility and
efficiency. Ultimately, the goal of this framework is to enhance the
security and confidentiality of digital communication by providing a
reliable and effective method for concealing sensitive information.
[0007] US20060104525A1 A process that employs several lossless
image compression methods and customizes each one to each image in
order to improve lossless image compression. After receiving an image
file, an RGB compressor divides the image into different sorts of
rectangular blocks. The various forms of digital images and/or sub-images
(blocks) are optimally compressed using a compression technique that is
specifically designed for that type of media.
[0008] US-6278791-B1 The technique and system allow for the
lossless recovery of the original image by embedding digital meta-data
into an original image in a way that allows the meta-data to be fully
deleted at a later date. The ability to recover the original image without
losing any of its quality makes it possible to incorporate a digital signature
into the image, which can then be retrieved and utilized to confirm the
legitimacy of a received image.
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[0009] US11057192B2 A steganography cover image generation
method and apparatus are presented. A mechanism for creating images
serves as the foundation for the steganographic framework. The device
can generate a binary sequence by encoding a message. With the binary
sequence, the device can acquire several binary segments of a specific
length. Based on the binary segment, the apparatus may choose an
image of a semantic content (such as a numeral digit) for each of the
plurality of binary segments. This image may be chosen from a dictionary
of images of random semantic contents (such as random numeral digits).
Objects of the Invention
, C , Claims:[1] The framework enhances data security by providing a method to
hide information within digital files without any loss of data or
quality, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of the embedded
data.
[2] The framework is designed to be robust against detection
techniques used to uncover hidden information, making it suitable
for secure communication where data privacy is paramount.
[3] It includes guidelines and methodologies for the practical
implementation of the framework into existing communication
systems, ensuring ease of integration and usability.
[4] The framework is scalable and flexible, allowing for seamless
integration into diverse environments and systems while maintaining
optimal performance, making it suitable for a wide range of
applications and scenarios