GEÓ THREAT INTEL: The Art of Tokenisation: Going Dark in Modern Military Ops & Corporate Security

Mastering the Art of Tokenisation: Going Dark in Modern Military Operations and Corporate Security

By Susan Brown – Guest Contributor |  Group CEO Zortrex.com First for Cyber Tokenisatin 

In the realm of modern military strategy, mastering the techniques of camouflage, concealment, deception, and dispersal is paramount. As the battlespace evolves, so too must our tactics and technologies. The concept of “going dark” – operating with reduced or degraded access to the electromagnetic spectrum – has become a crucial element of military doctrine. 

Tokenisation, a method traditionally associated with data security, now presents a compelling case for its broader application in enhancing operational security and effectiveness in this challenging environment. Companies can also leverage Tokenisation to bolster their security measures.

The Essence of Going Dark

Going dark refers to the deliberate reduction or cessation of electromagnetic emissions to avoid detection by adversaries. This strategy is critical in environments were maintaining stealth and avoiding electronic surveillance are essential for mission success. Traditional methods involve minimising radio communications, reducing radar signatures, and employing physical camouflage. However, as technological advancements continue to redefine the battlespace, new methods of achieving these goals are emerging.

Tokenisation: Beyond Data Security

Tokenisation involves replacing sensitive data with unique identifiers or tokens that are meaningless on their own. Unlike traditional obfuscation, which focuses on making data, code, or communications unintelligible to unauthorised users, tokenisation transforms the data into a form that is useless without the proper mapping back to the original information. When applied to military operations and corporate environments, Tokenisation can provide significant advantages in achieving concealment and deception, potentially replacing obfuscation in many scenarios.