Fast group discovery and non-repudiation in D2D communications using IBE

Emad Abd-Elrahman, Hatem Ibn-Khedher, Hossam Afifi, Thouraya Toukabri

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Abstract

Proximity services discovery using LTE-based Device-to-Device (D2D) communications has been recently in the heart of the discussions about the advent of 5G networks. Meanwhile, their related security aspects are of a major concern especially when dealing with direct radio communications and large-scale deployment of D2D. Yet, existing security algorithms and solutions are not adapted to these emerging new types of communications. This paper is focused on D2D communications' security issues in both discovery and communication phases. First, we address the global security stakes and challenges in D2D. Then, a solution based on the Identity-Based Encryption (IBE) mechanism is proposed to secure the exchanged D2D messages during the discovery and communication phases. The proposed solution is discussed under two D2D use cases and is further used to introduce an efficient key management system for group communication. Finally, a security requirements analysis is presented in order to evaluate the scalability and efficiency levels of the proposed solution.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationIWCMC 2015 - 11th International Wireless Communications and Mobile Computing Conference
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages616-621
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781479953448
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2 Oct 2015
Externally publishedYes
Event11th International Wireless Communications and Mobile Computing Conference, IWCMC 2015 - Dubrovnik, Croatia
Duration: 24 Aug 201528 Aug 2015

Publication series

NameIWCMC 2015 - 11th International Wireless Communications and Mobile Computing Conference

Conference

Conference11th International Wireless Communications and Mobile Computing Conference, IWCMC 2015
Country/TerritoryCroatia
CityDubrovnik
Period24/08/1528/08/15

Keywords

  • Device-to-Device communications
  • Identity Based Encryption (IBE)
  • LTE
  • Security

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