New Method for Public Key Distribution Based on Social Networks

TL;DR

This paper proposes a novel public key distribution method leveraging social media platforms, enabling easier key sharing and identity verification, especially suited for mobile device communication.

Contribution

It introduces a social media-based public key distribution approach and a mobile application implementing this security method, addressing limitations of traditional protocols.

Findings

Social media can effectively facilitate public key distribution.

Mobile application implementation demonstrates practical usability.

Enhanced identity verification through social media linkage.

Abstract

The security of communication in everyday life becomes very important. On the other hand, all existing encryption protocols require from user additional knowledge end resources. In this paper we discuss the problem of public key distribution between interested parties. We propose to use a popular social media as a channel to publish public keys. This way of key distribution allows also easily connect owner of the key with real person institution (what is not always easy). Recognizing that the mobile devices become the main tool of communication, we present description of mobile application that uses proposed security methods.