Authentication of Electronic Version of the Holy Quran: An Information Security Perspective

The advancement in information technology has enabled the proliferation of electronic version of the Holy Quran. Many developers have come up with the electronic version of the Holy Quran which can be read online on computer or on a smart-phone. While such proliferation enables wider propagation of Islam, the introduction of electronic version of the Holy Quran also introduces an eminent threat to Islam. Electronic version of fake or false Quran has been detected. The possibility to securely authenticate electronic version of the Holy Quran would solve a majority of the threats. This study presents a comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art, discussion, and a research survey of works conducted in this area. A solution is urgently needed to provide a good content security, and integrity of electronic version of the Holy Quran. This study concludes by summarizing issues, technique and prospects for authenticating electronic version of Quran.