Hira Akhtar Butt¹, Khoula Said Al Harthy², Mumtaz Ali Shah³, Mudassar Hussain^2,*, Rashid Amin^4,*, Mujeeb Ur Rehman¹

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.81, No.2, pp. 3003-3031, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.057185 - 18 November 2024

Abstract Detecting sophisticated cyberattacks, mainly Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, with unexpected patterns remains challenging in modern networks. Traditional detection systems often struggle to mitigate such attacks in conventional and software-defined networking (SDN) environments. While Machine Learning (ML) models can distinguish between benign and malicious traffic, their limited feature scope hinders the detection of new zero-day or low-rate DDoS attacks requiring frequent retraining. In this paper, we propose a novel DDoS detection framework that combines Machine Learning (ML) and Ensemble Learning (EL) techniques to improve DDoS attack detection and mitigation in SDN environments. Our model… More >

Rasha Almarshdi^1,2,*, Etimad Fadel¹, Nahed Alowidi¹, Laila Nassef¹

Intelligent Automation & Soft Computing, Vol.39, No.5, pp. 949-983, 2024, DOI:10.32604/iasc.2024.056792 - 31 October 2024

Abstract The Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) is one of the critical emerging applications of the Internet of Things (IoT). The huge increases in data generation and transmission across distributed networks make security one of the most important challenges facing IoMT networks. Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks impact the availability of services of legitimate users. Intrusion Detection Systems (IDSs) that are based on Centralized Learning (CL) suffer from high training time and communication overhead. IDS that are based on distributed learning, such as Federated Learning (FL) or Split Learning (SL), are recently used for intrusion… More >

Arkan Kh Shakr Sabonchi^*

Journal on Artificial Intelligence, Vol.6, pp. 261-282, 2024, DOI:10.32604/jai.2024.056552 - 18 October 2024

Abstract The phenomenal increase in device connectivity is making the signaling and resource-based operational integrity of networks at the node level increasingly prone to distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. The current growth rate in the number of Internet of Things (IoT) attacks executed at the time of exchanging data over the Internet represents massive security hazards to IoT devices. In this regard, the present study proposes a new hybrid optimization technique that combines the firefly optimization algorithm with global searches for use in attack detection on IoT devices. We preprocessed two datasets, CICIDS and UNSW-NB15,… More >

Abdullah Alabdulatif¹, Navod Neranjan Thilakarathne^2,*, Mohamed Aashiq^3,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.80, No.3, pp. 3655-3683, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.054610 - 12 September 2024

Abstract The increasing prevalence of Internet of Things (IoT) devices has introduced a new phase of connectivity in recent years and, concurrently, has opened the floodgates for growing cyber threats. Among the myriad of potential attacks, Denial of Service (DoS) attacks and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks remain a dominant concern due to their capability to render services inoperable by overwhelming systems with an influx of traffic. As IoT devices often lack the inherent security measures found in more mature computing platforms, the need for robust DoS/DDoS detection systems tailored to IoT is paramount for… More >

Turki Ali Alghamdi, Saud S. Alotaibi^*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.80, No.3, pp. 4047-4064, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.052796 - 12 September 2024

Abstract Internet of Things (IoTs) provides better solutions in various fields, namely healthcare, smart transportation, home, etc. Recognizing Denial of Service (DoS) outbreaks in IoT platforms is significant in certifying the accessibility and integrity of IoT systems. Deep learning (DL) models outperform in detecting complex, non-linear relationships, allowing them to effectually severe slight deviations from normal IoT activities that may designate a DoS outbreak. The uninterrupted observation and real-time detection actions of DL participate in accurate and rapid detection, permitting proactive reduction events to be executed, hence securing the IoT network’s safety and functionality. Subsequently, this… More >

Ahmad Alzu’bi^1,*, Amjad Albashayreh², Abdelrahman Abuarqoub³, Mai A. M. Alfawair⁴

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.80, No.3, pp. 3785-3802, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.052599 - 12 September 2024

Abstract In the era of the Internet of Things (IoT), the proliferation of connected devices has raised security concerns, increasing the risk of intrusions into diverse systems. Despite the convenience and efficiency offered by IoT technology, the growing number of IoT devices escalates the likelihood of attacks, emphasizing the need for robust security tools to automatically detect and explain threats. This paper introduces a deep learning methodology for detecting and classifying distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks, addressing a significant security concern within IoT environments. An effective procedure of deep transfer learning is applied to utilize More >

Zaed Mahdi^1,*, Nada Abdalhussien², Naba Mahmood¹, Rana Zaki^3,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.80, No.2, pp. 2139-2159, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.053542 - 15 August 2024

Abstract The primary concern of modern technology is cyber attacks targeting the Internet of Things. As it is one of the most widely used networks today and vulnerable to attacks. Real-time threats pose with modern cyber attacks that pose a great danger to the Internet of Things (IoT) networks, as devices can be monitored or service isolated from them and affect users in one way or another. Securing Internet of Things networks is an important matter, as it requires the use of modern technologies and methods, and real and up-to-date data to design and train systems… More >

Yanhua Liu^1,2,3, Yuting Han^1,2,3, Hui Chen^1,2,3, Baokang Zhao^4,*, Xiaofeng Wang⁴, Ximeng Liu^1,2,3

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.80, No.2, pp. 1851-1866, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.051194 - 15 August 2024

Abstract As the scale of the networks continually expands, the detection of distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks has become increasingly vital. We propose an intelligent detection model named IGED by using improved generalized entropy and deep neural network (DNN). The initial detection is based on improved generalized entropy to filter out as much normal traffic as possible, thereby reducing data volume. Then the fine detection is based on DNN to perform precise DDoS detection on the filtered suspicious traffic, enhancing the neural network’s generalization capabilities. Experimental results show that the proposed method can efficiently distinguish More >

Widad Elbakri¹, Maheyzah Md. Siraj^1,*, Bander Ali Saleh Al-rimy¹, Sultan Noman Qasem², Tawfik Al-Hadhrami³

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.79, No.3, pp. 3725-3756, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.048105 - 20 June 2024

Abstract Cloud computing environments, characterized by dynamic scaling, distributed architectures, and complex workloads, are increasingly targeted by malicious actors. These threats encompass unauthorized access, data breaches, denial-of-service attacks, and evolving malware variants. Traditional security solutions often struggle with the dynamic nature of cloud environments, highlighting the need for robust Adaptive Cloud Intrusion Detection Systems (CIDS). Existing adaptive CIDS solutions, while offering improved detection capabilities, often face limitations such as reliance on approximations for change point detection, hindering their precision in identifying anomalies. This can lead to missed attacks or an abundance of false alarms, impacting overall… More >

Thanh-Lam Nguyen¹, Hao Kao¹, Thanh-Tuan Nguyen², Mong-Fong Horng^1,*, Chin-Shiuh Shieh^1,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.78, No.2, pp. 2181-2205, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.047387 - 27 February 2024

Abstract Since its inception, the Internet has been rapidly evolving. With the advancement of science and technology and the explosive growth of the population, the demand for the Internet has been on the rise. Many applications in education, healthcare, entertainment, science, and more are being increasingly deployed based on the internet. Concurrently, malicious threats on the internet are on the rise as well. Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks are among the most common and dangerous threats on the internet today. The scale and complexity of DDoS attacks are constantly growing. Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) have… More >