A method for embedding binary data into JPEG2000 bit streams based on the layer structure

A method for embedding binary data into JPEG2000 bit streams was developed. Using the method, a decoder can perfectly extract embedded data as well as it can when using the conventional methods. Moreover, by exploiting the layer structure of a JPEG2000 bit stream, the method effectively suppress the quality deterioration of a reconstructed image due to embedding, and it can perform embedding and extracting independently of image coding. The length of data that can be embedded and the deterioration of the reconstructed image due to embedding were simulated.