Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics Research IGD
Projekt CASTLE
To help end users and service providers securely set up and operate smart home networks, the Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics Research IGD develops intuitive user interfaces and information visualizations that display the security status of the home network and make secure configuration easier for users by providing recommendations for action.
Motivation
As the number of internet-enabled devices in most households continues to grow, personal lives are coming ever closer into contact with cyberspace . Today, more and more people are taking care of administrative matters online, making purchases and trading online, consulting medical providers digitally and working remotely from home. Criminals can easily exploit these situations, as home networks often lack adequate security. Building on this this vulnerable environment, more and more smart devices are being integrated into home networks, further increasing the scope of attack.
Goals and Approach
The goal of the Cybersecurity for Smart Home Networks (CASTLE) project is to research security mechanisms that provide the best possible protection against cyberattacks for digitally networked devices in smart homes. The researchers’ primary aim is to develop a security solution that is both widely accepted by users and comprehensively protects against threats . The IGD is researching new concepts in the area of user interfaces to facilitate the configuration and management of devices in personal home networks, as well as intuitive visualizations to provide an overview of the current status of the network along with recommendations for action.
Innovations and Perspectives
Through a precise, detailed examination of smart home environments, the tool to be developed will identify potential security gaps, including concrete suggestions for solutions in a manner that is as user-friendly as possible. This will provide a low-threshold introduction to the complex relationships between IT security and privacy without requiring expert knowledge. The project makes a valuable contribution to increasing the digital sovereignty of citizens and the technical sovereignty of Germany.
