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Security and Privacy in IoT and Smart City: Current Challenges and Future Directions

Submission Deadline: 18 February 2025 View: 803 Submit to Special Issue

Guest Editors

Prof. Cheng-Chi Lee, Fu Jen Catholic University, Taiwan
Prof. Mehdi Gheisari, ITMO University, Russia
Prof. Amir Javadpour, Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen, China
Prof. Ahmad Rahdari, Shiraz University, Iran
Prof. Sabitha Banu A, PSGR Krishnammal College for Women, India


Summary

The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) and smart city technologies into our daily lives has brought about significant advancements in efficiency and convenience. However, the widespread adoption of these technologies has also raised serious concerns regarding security and privacy. This special issue aims to explore the evolving landscape of security and privacy in IoT and smart cities, focusing on identifying current challenges and proposing future directions for addressing them.


The scope of this special issue encompasses various topics related to security and privacy in IoT and smart cities. Submissions are invited on areas such as the identification of threats and vulnerabilities inherent in these systems, the development of privacy-preserving techniques to safeguard user data, the establishment of secure communication protocols to prevent unauthorized access, and the examination of ethical implications surrounding the deployment of IoT and smart city technologies.


By publishing this special issue, we seek to provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their insights, experiences, and solutions in addressing the security and privacy concerns associated with IoT and smart cities. Through collaborative efforts, we aim to advance our understanding of these challenges and promote the development of effective strategies for ensuring the secure and ethical use of IoT and smart city technologies.


We welcome original research articles, reviews, and case studies that contribute to the body of knowledge on security and privacy in IoT and smart cities. We believe that this special issue will serve as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals interested in enhancing the security and privacy of IoT and smart city ecosystems.


Keywords

Privacy-Preservation
IoT
Smart City
Security
Confidentiality
Stenography
Blockchain
Cryptograph
Public Key Cryptosystem
Digital Signature
Authentication
Group Signature
Image Processing
Encryption/Decryption

Published Papers


  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    Blockchain-Enabled Mitigation Strategies for Distributed Denial of Service Attacks in IoT Sensor Networks: An Experimental Approach

    Kithmini Godewatte Arachchige, Mohsin Murtaza, Chi-Tsun Cheng, Bader M. Albahlal, Cheng-Chi Lee
    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.81, No.3, pp. 3679-3705, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.059378
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Security and Privacy in IoT and Smart City: Current Challenges and Future Directions)
    Abstract Information security has emerged as a crucial consideration over the past decade due to escalating cyber security threats, with Internet of Things (IoT) security gaining particular attention due to its role in data communication across various industries. However, IoT devices, typically low-powered, are susceptible to cyber threats. Conversely, blockchain has emerged as a robust solution to secure these devices due to its decentralised nature. Nevertheless, the fusion of blockchain and IoT technologies is challenging due to performance bottlenecks, network scalability limitations, and blockchain-specific security vulnerabilities. Blockchain, on the other hand, is a recently emerged information… More >

  • Open Access

    REVIEW

    Recent Technology Advancements in Smart City Management: A Review

    Chiranjeevi Karri, José J. M. Machado, João Manuel R. S. Tavares, Deepak Kumar Jain, Suresh Dannana, Santosh Kumar Gottapu, Amir H. Gandomi
    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.81, No.3, pp. 3617-3663, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.058461
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Security and Privacy in IoT and Smart City: Current Challenges and Future Directions)
    Abstract The rapid population growth, insecure lifestyle, wastage of natural resources, indiscipline behavior of human beings, urgency in the medical field, security of patient information, agricultural-related problems, and automation requirements in industries are the reasons for invention of technologies. Smart cities aim to address these challenges through the integration of technology, data, and innovative practices. Building a smart city involves integrating advanced technologies and data-driven solutions to enhance urban living, improve resource efficiency, and create sustainable environments. This review presents five of the most critical technologies for smart and/or safe cities, addressing pertinent topics such as More >

  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    Cyber Security within Smart Cities: A Comprehensive Study and a Novel Intrusion Detection-Based Approach

    Mehdi Houichi, Faouzi Jaidi, Adel Bouhoula
    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.81, No.1, pp. 393-441, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.054007
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Security and Privacy in IoT and Smart City: Current Challenges and Future Directions)
    Abstract The expansion of smart cities, facilitated by digital communications, has resulted in an enhancement of the quality of life and satisfaction among residents. The Internet of Things (IoT) continually generates vast amounts of data, which is subsequently analyzed to offer services to residents. The growth and development of IoT have given rise to a new paradigm. A smart city possesses the ability to consistently monitor and utilize the physical environment, providing intelligent services such as energy, transportation, healthcare, and entertainment for both residents and visitors. Research on the security and privacy of smart cities is… More >

  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    Hierarchical Privacy Protection Model in Advanced Metering Infrastructure Based on Cloud and Fog Assistance

    Linghong Kuang, Wenlong Shi, Jing Zhang
    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.80, No.2, pp. 3193-3219, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.054377
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: Security and Privacy in IoT and Smart City: Current Challenges and Future Directions)
    Abstract The Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), as a crucial subsystem in the smart grid, is responsible for measuring user electricity consumption and plays a vital role in communication between providers and consumers. However, with the advancement of information and communication technology, new security and privacy challenges have emerged for AMI. To address these challenges and enhance the security and privacy of user data in the smart grid, a Hierarchical Privacy Protection Model in Advanced Metering Infrastructure based on Cloud and Fog Assistance (HPPM-AMICFA) is proposed in this paper. The proposed model integrates cloud and fog computing… More >

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