Practical and secure history-independent indexing for queryable-encrypted databases
inforesearchPeer-Reviewed
security
Source: Elsevier Security JournalsMarch 19, 2026
Summary
This research paper, published in June 2026, presents a method for creating indexes in queryable-encrypted databases (databases where data stays encrypted even when being searched) that don't leak information about access patterns or query history. The approach aims to improve security by preventing attackers from inferring sensitive information about which data is being accessed based on observable patterns of database queries.
Classification
Attack SophisticationModerate
Original source: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214212626000694?dgcid=rss_sd_all
First tracked: March 19, 2026 at 08:01 PM
Classified by LLM (prompt v3) · confidence: 85%