Safeguarding Log Data Integrity: Employing DES Encryption Against Manipulation Attempts

Log data is a critical asset for security professionals, yet it is vulnerable to misuse and unauthorized access. Attackers often seek to erase or alter incriminating evidence to evade detection. To counter this threat, we employ DES encryption to safeguard log data, ensuring its integrity even in the face of manipulation attempts. Any attempt by an unauthorized user to access trustworthy information triggers safeguards, logging their IP address, date and time of access, source and destination ports, and other relevant details separately. This not only protects against illegal access but also equips law enforcement with vital information to thwart potential attacks. Furthermore, we maintain an intrusion log, documenting unauthorized access attempts for legal purposes. This log serves as valuable evidence in court, aiding in the prosecution of attackers. Our approach effectively mitigates the risk of illegal log manipulation and provides law enforcement with the necessary tools to combat cyber threats.