ERPSEC - a reference framework to enhance security in ERP systems

S. H. von Solms, M. P. Hertenberger

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Abstract

This paper proposes a method of integrating the concept of information ownership in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for enhanced security. In addition to providing enhanced security, the reference framework ERPSEC developed for this study provides better manageability and eases implementation of security within ERP software packages. The results of this study indicate that central administration, control and management of security within the ERP systems under investigation for this study weaken security. It was concluded that central administration of security should be replaced by a model that distributes the responsibility for security to so-called information owners. Such individuals hold the responsibility for processes and profitability within an organization. Thus, they are best suited to decide who has access to their data and how their data may be used. Information ownership, coupled with tight controls can significantly enhance information security within an ERP system.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSecurity and Privacy in the Age of Ubiquitous Computing - IFIP TC11 20th International Information Security Conference
Pages79-94
Number of pages16
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2005
EventIFIP TC11 20th International Information Security Conference, IFIP/SEC2005 - Chiba, Japan
Duration: 30 May 20051 Jun 2005

Publication series

NameIFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology
Volume181
ISSN (Print)1868-4238

Conference

ConferenceIFIP TC11 20th International Information Security Conference, IFIP/SEC2005
Country/TerritoryJapan
CityChiba
Period30/05/051/06/05

Keywords

  • Database security
  • authentication
  • information flow
  • misuse detection
  • security policy

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Information Systems
  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Information Systems and Management

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