Secure Multilevel Virtual Computer Systems

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Abstract:

In order to securely process data at varying levels of sensitivity, the users and data of the various levels are, at present, physically isolated from those at other levels. This paper presents an approach to insuring the isolation of these levels through the use of logical controls present in a virtual computer system VCS. In addition, possible uses of a secure multilevel VCS are suggested and parallels are drawn with secure computer system development that would aid in the certification of the VCS security controls.

Author(s):
Rhode, R.
Author Organization(s):
MITRE CORP BEDFORD MA BEDFORD
Descriptive Note:
Technical Report
Pagination:
0034

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release;

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
MTR-2890, ESD-TR-74-370
Contract/Grant Number(s):
F19628-73-C-0001
Project Number(s):
572R
Monitor Series:
ESD-TR-74-370
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.2.1_Information Sharing; JCA_6.2.2_Computing Services; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_4.6.1_General Engineering; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_6.2_Enterprise Services; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_5.2.3_Share Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_6.1_Information Transport
Communities of Interest:
Human Systems
Descriptor(s):
DATA PROCESSING SECURITY, CENTRAL PROCESSING UNITS, midrange computers, Operating systems, information security, Multiprogramming, Virtual Machines
Keyword(s):
Computer information security, Computer privacy, Virtual memory, Multilevel Security, Security Kernels, Virtual Machine Monitor, vcs (virtual computer system)
Report Date:
1975 Feb 01
Creation Date:
2020 Aug 12