Securing wireless software defined networks: Appraising threats, defenses & research challenges

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Abstract

Software defined networking (SDN) separates the network control logic from data forwarding functionality, offering real-time network programmability and granular policy management. Initial successful SDN implementations offering scalability and automated resource provisioning in wired network environments have motivated efforts to bring the paradigm to the wireless domain. Wireless software defined networking (WSDN) formulation in traditional and emerging (IoT, smart grid, vehicular) wireless environments have therefore, raised concerns about the inherent security challenges in WSDN architecture. The wireless medium poses additional security concerns and provides opportunities for attackers to target the control plane, data forwarding elements as well as individual wireless applications. The present paper reviews and classifies the key security threats facing WSDN environments. Furthermore, presently available mitigation techniques and their state-of-the-art adoption in WSDN is discussed. Finally, the paper highlights present and future research challenges that need to be addressed for successful adoption of WSDN in carrier-grade or realistic operations.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2018 International Conference on Advancements in Computational Sciences (ICACS)
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)978-1-5386-2172-1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Feb 2018
Externally publishedYes
Event2018 International Conference on Advancements in Computational Sciences - Lahore, Pakistan
Duration: 19 Feb 201821 Feb 2018

Publication series

Name2018 International Conference on Advancements in Computational Sciences (ICACS)
PublisherIEEE
ISSN (Electronic)2616-3330

Conference

Conference2018 International Conference on Advancements in Computational Sciences
Abbreviated titleICACS'18
Country/TerritoryPakistan
CityLahore
Period19/02/1821/02/18

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