ETTG: Enhanced token and tag generation for authenticating users and deduplicating data stored in public cloud storage

Abstract

As cloud storage services continue to grow in popularity, the need for secure and efficient data management has become paramount. Public cloud storage offers benefits such as cost efficiency, scalability, and accessibility, but it also presents significant challenges related to data security and storage optimization. To address these challenges, the paper proposes an Enhanced Token and Tag Generation (ETTG) technique designed to improve data deduplication in public cloud storage. ETTG utilizes advanced cryptographic methods to generate secure tokens and tags, ensuring robust, efficient deduplication processes. The comprehensive evaluation demonstrates that ETTG significantly reduces computation time compared to existing techniques, making it particularly suitable for data-intensive cloud environments. By minimizing redundant data and enhancing data security, ETTG not only optimizes storage utilization but also improves overall system performance. This paper details the design and implementation of ETTG, its evaluation against existing methods, and its potential impact on the efficiency and security of cloud storage services.