Abstract
One of the important issues in the telemedicine field refers to an advanced secure communication. Digital image watermarking is an ideal solution since it protects the electronic patient's information from unauthorized access. This paper presents a novel blind fragile-based image watermarking scheme in spatial domain that merges speed up robust features (SURF) descriptor with the well-known Weber descriptors (WDs) and Arnold algorithm. It provides a good way for enhancing the image quality and time complexity for medical data integrity. Firstly, the watermark image is shuffled using Arnold chaotic map. Secondly, the SURF technique is practiced to region of interest (ROI) of the medical image and then the blocks around the SURF points are selected to insert the watermark. Finally, the watermark is encrusted and extracted using WDs. Experimental results show good image fidelity with the shortest execution time to ensure medical image integrity.