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Access controls on IP based cameras in IoT ecosystem
(Strathmore University, 2019)Internet of things (IoT) is a concept of connected things that allows embedded devices, sensors and actuators to interconnect and share data thus bridging the gap between physical devices and virtual objects. The concept ... -
Employee awareness on social engineering threats in the financial sector
(Strathmore University, 2019)Despite the great gains that have been achieved through use of the Internet, a lot of threats have also emanated in equal measure from its increased usage. Some of the threats are largely associated with cyber-attacks. ... -
Developing an automated malware detection, analysis and reporting tool for MS-Windows
(Strathmore University, 2019)Memory and computer forensics is a field that has witnessed a lot of advancements in the recent past. Memory forensics enables investigators acquire and investigate the content of a computer’s RAM while computer forensics ... -
A Web based tool for securing digital evidence
(Strathmore University, 2019)Digital forensics is defined as a scientific knowledge and methods applied to the identification, acquisition, preservation, examination, and analysis of information stored or transmitted in binary form in a manner acceptable ... -
LAN security vulnerability analysis framework: case of National Irrigation Board
(Strathmore University, 2019)In today’s environment, many organisation like National Irrigation Board, have adopted open policies on the utilization of LAN where users may plug in unknown devices. Without the right network frameworks, it is difficult ... -
Mitigating security implications of bringing your own device in an enterprise environment
(Strathmore University, 2019)The rapid growth in the bring your own device (BYOD) phenomenon, has resulted in the introduction of personal mobile devices in the Enterprise environment. The benefit derived from embracing BYOD in organisations is enhanced ... -
Digital content security: video streaming digital rights management system
(Strathmore University, 2018)The usability and applicability of digital videos, especially through the Internet, offers great opportunities for Kenyan content creators to further their careers as the platform enables them to share ideas which contributes ... -
Investigating keystroke dynamics as a two-factor biometric security
(Strathmore University, 2018)Keystroke dynamics is the study of how people can be distinguished based on their typing rhythms. This proposal aims at investigating user authentication approaches and how keystroke dynamics can be used to enhance user ... -
A Platform for analyzing log files using temporal logic approach: a test case with web server logs
(Strathmore University, 2018)Web logs are a set of recorded events between clients and web servers. Information provided by these events is valuable to computer system administrators, digital forensic investigators and system security personnel during ... -
Secure plugin for automated software updates using Public Key Infrastructure for embedded systems
(Strathmore University, 2018)Embedded systems are the driving force for technological development in many domains such as automotive, healthcare, and industrial control in the emerging post-PC era. As more and more computational and networked devices ... -
Distributed fuzzing for software vulnerability discovery
(Strathmore University, 2018)Information Security is concerned with effectively protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of data. Software bugs/defects threaten these three elements of information security. By failing to identify and ... -
A Collaborative tool to prevent fraudulent usage of financial cards
(Strathmore University, 2018)Technology usage has advanced a great deal in banking and telecommunication sectors. With the continuous improving infrastructures in information technology, new technological dimensions have been opened up to ease processes ... -
Securing a "Bring Your Own Application" cloud environment using digital forensics
(Strathmore University, 2018)The use of cloud applications introduces new challenges to information systems Security. The idea of applications accessible from multiple devices and hosted or provided by third party organizations brings new complications ... -
Design and implementation of a private certificate authority: a case study of Telkom Kenya limited
(Strathmore University, 2018)Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) provides confidentiality and integrity to an enterprise and its customers. Applications accessed through corporate network needs to be protected when in transit and hence the need for a ... -
Open source intelligence gathering for hate speech in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2018)The Internet has been celebrated for its ability to erode barriers between nations. Social media is a powerful medium that can unite, inform, and move people. One post can start a chain of events that changes the world. ... -
Maintaining a bitcoin address repository through focused web crawling
(Strathmore University, 2017)There has been an increase in the use of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC). Bitcoin allow for cross-border payments, for large and small items at little or no transaction fee. It is a groundbreaking technology that ... -
OpenSSL vulnerabilities in mobile banking applications
(Strathmore University, 2017)Mobile banking has taken Kenya by storm. It is an easy and convenient banking channel in your hands. It is accessible from anywhere provided you have an internet connection or connectivity to your mobile network provider. ... -
A Web based information security skills assessment prototype
(Strathmore University, 2017)Cyber-attacks are continuously evolving to a great extent faster than cyber defences. The result is an ever-increasing frequency of attacks and the probability of success over time. To ensure employees are able to avoid ... -
A Client based email phishing detection algorithm: case of phishing attacks in the banking industry
(Strathmore University, 2017)Today, the banking sector has been a target for many phishing attackers. The use of email as an electronic means of communication during working hours and mostly for official purposes has made it a lucrative attack vector. ... -
A Platform for monitoring of security and audit events: a test case with windows systems
(Strathmore University, 2017)The rise in cyber attacks against organisations and government agencies has created a need for improving security and monitoring of Information Technology assets. Analysis and monitoring of security events are one of the ...
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