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Developing Encrypted Communication Protocols for Fuel Controllers

Rohith Varma Vegesna

(Software Engineer 2)

Texas, USA

Email: rohithvegesna@gmail.com

Abstract

Fuel stations rely on real-time data streaming between fuel controllers and cloud-based platforms to monitor dispenser activity, fuel levels, and transactional data. However, ensuring the security and integrity of this data during transmission is critical. The fuel industry faces persistent challenges such as cyber threats, data breaches, and unauthorized access, which can compromise operational integrity and financial security. This necessitates a robust encryption framework that can securely transmit fuel data without sacrificing real-time monitoring capabilities.

This paper presents a secure encryption protocol for fuel controllers, focusing on encrypting data before pushing it to AWS Kinesis and decrypting it at the data processor. Various encryption methodologies are explored, along with performance trade-offs in terms of latency and computational overhead. By implementing AES-256 encryption combined with elliptic curve cryptography for key exchange, this framework ensures end-to-end security. Additionally, it integrates secure key management and role-based access control mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access. The proposed solution not only enhances data security but also ensures compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements for fuel station operations.

Keywords: Fuel Controllers, Data Encryption, AWS Kinesis, Secure Communication, Real-Time Data Streaming, Cloud Security, Data Integrity

DOI: 10.55041/ISJEM00100