VibeAuth
Invention Background
[0004] With the rise of remote work and outsourcing, ensuring the authenticity of user interactions on computing devices has become a growing concern. Various entities, including individuals, institutions, and companies, often assign computing devices to personnel for professional tasks. These computing devices may include work computers, personal computers, or virtualized computing environments.
[0005] Traditionally, authentication mechanisms such as passwords, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and biometric verification are used to validate a user’s identity at login. However, these methods fail to continuously verify that the authorized user remains the sole operator of the assigned device. Once authenticated, an authorized user may leave the workstation unattended or delegate work to an unauthorized individual, including remote freelancers or subcontractors, leading to potential security breaches.
[0006] In scenarios where sensitive information is processed, unauthorized remote access poses significant risks. For instance, an assigned computing device may be accessed remotely via remote desktop protocols (RDP), virtual machines (VMs), or other methods that do not require physical presence. While traditional behavioral analysis and anomaly detection techniques can help identify unusual activity, they often suffer from false positives and false negatives, as legitimate users may exhibit varying behaviors due to fatigue, stress, or environmental conditions.
[0007] To address this issue, the present invention introduces a system that integrates vibration sensor data with real-time monitoring software to continuously verify the authenticity of user inputs. The invention ensures that only physically present users can interact with assigned computing devices by correlating mechanical input vibrations with digital input events. This approach provides an effective security mechanism that prevents unauthorized remote operation, whether by remote attackers or unauthorized delegates.
[0008] Unlike prior authentication solutions that rely on behavioral biometrics, keystroke dynamics, or facial recognition, which can be spoofed or are prone to errors, this invention offers a robust hardware-assisted verification method. By leveraging physical sensor data rather than behavioral analytics, it ensures a more secure and reliable authentication process. The invention is applicable to various computing environments, including traditional desktops, laptops, and virtualized workspaces. It offers enhanced security for entities that require strict compliance with access policies, whether in corporate, institutional, or individual settings.
VibeAuth