An implementation of a multi-touch draw-a-secret password schema for windows-based computers
by Lichtenberger, Matthew, M.Eng., UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE, 2011, 89 pages; 1504201

Abstract:

Draw A Secret password systems have recently come into vogue, primarily in the role of protecting a user’s cellular smart phone from external infiltration in lieu of a password. However, these password systems are only enabled for single touch operation; that is to say, a user may only draw one pattern, with only one finger. Brute forcing these passwords thereby becomes trivial in the context of password complexity. This thesis implements a Draw A Secret system utilizing consumer-grade video hardware to collate multiple patterns synchronously and then authenticate the user at a later point. Care has been given to properly encrypt the results to prevent a malicious third party from infiltrating the authentication stream from a file system perspective.

 
AdviserRoman V. Yampolskiy
SchoolUNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE
SourceMAI/ 50-02, p. , Oct 2011
Source TypeThesis
SubjectsComputer engineering; Computer science
Publication Number1504201
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