Sanjivani College of Engineering, Kopargaon
(An Autonomous Institute Affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune)
Department of Computer Engineering
System Software CIA project Abstract
Academic Year- 2024-25 Div - B Sem - VI
Group Id: -14
Title: - File Integrity Monitoring System
Problem: Create a file integrity monitoring system that continuously checks for
changes in critical system files and directories, alerting the system administrator
to unauthorized modifications.
Learning Focus: File system monitoring, hashing algorithms, event-drivenprogramming,
security auditing .
Abstract : -
With the increasing risk of cyber threats, ensuring the integrity of critical system files has
become a major concern for organizations. A File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) system plays a
crucial role in detecting unauthorized changes to files and directories, thereby enhancing security
and compliance. This project aims to design and implement a robust FIM solution that
continuously monitors system files, detects changes in real time, and alerts administrators upon
detecting unauthorized modifications.
Our approach will utilize cryptographic hashing techniques to maintain a baseline of file
integrity and compare it with real-time system states. We will also explore event-driven
programming methods to efficiently track file changes without excessive resource consumption.
By integrating logging and alert mechanisms, the system will notify administrators of suspicious
activities, helping prevent potential security breaches.
Additionally, we will evaluate various challenges in FIM implementation, such as performance
overhead, false positives, and handling dynamic files. Through practical testing and simulations,
we aim to measure the efficiency and reliability of the system under different conditions. Our
findings will contribute to the development of more secure, scalable, and efficient file integrity
monitoring solutions, which are essential in protecting modern computing environments .
Expected Results: -
A well-designed FIM system will enhance security by detecting unauthorized file modifications
in real time. It will help improve compliance with security standards, reduce the risk of data
breaches, and provide administrators with valuable insights into system integrity. By
implementing efficient hashing and event-driven monitoring techniques, the system will ensure
minimal performance impact while maintaining high accuracy in detecting file changes
Group members: -
Roll No. Name of Group Members sign
133 SONAWANE SEJAL SANTOSH
134 SHINDE PURVA PRASAD
135 ROHAMARE ARYAN NITIN
136 THOMBARE TRUPTI NAVNATH