A Framework for Evaluating Computer Architectures to Support Systems with Security Requirements, with Applications.

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Abstract:

This report develops a set of criteria for evaluating computer architectures that are to support systems with security requirements. Central to these criteria is the concept of a domain, here interpreted as a set of information and authorizations for the manipulation of that information in a computer system. Architectural requirements are grouped in three categories logical structure, the processing of logical structures, and physical structure. Appendixes describe the Navys ANUYK-43 and ANUYK-44, DEC VAX 11780m IBM 370-XA, Intel 80286, and Honeywell SCOMP architectures within this framework. These descriptions are intended to inform readers about the characteristics of these particular architectures and to provide readers with examples so that they many evaluate other systems relevant to their particular needs. Keywords Digital computer security requirements Protection Instruction set architecture Hardware evaluation Security requirements.

Author(s):
Landwehr, Carl E. ; Tretick, Brian ; Carroll, John M. ; Anderson, Paul
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL RESEARCH LAB WASHINGTON DC
Descriptive Note:
Final rept. 1984-1987,
Pagination:
0057

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
NRL-9088
Project Number(s):
X0911
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_5.5.1_Communicate Intent and Guidance; JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_5.5.2_Task; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_8.1.3_Influence Adversary and Competitor Audiences; JCA_8.1_Communicate; JCA_6.1.1_Wired Transmission; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_6.4.2_Protect Data and Networks; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1.3_Human Capital Management; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_1.3.2_Personnel Management
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics; Quantum Science and Computing
Communities of Interest:
Materials and Manufacturing Processes
Descriptor(s):
*COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE, ARCHITECTURE, COMPUTERS, DATA PROCESSING SECURITY, DIGITAL COMPUTERS, INSTRUCTIONS, PHYSICAL PROPERTIES, PROTECTION, REQUIREMENTS, SECURITY, TEST AND EVALUATION, EMBEDDING, NAVAL EQUIPMENT
Field(s)/Group(s):
Computer Hardware
Keyword(s):
PE64574N
Report Date:
1987 Nov 05