Modeling and Analysis of Information Attack in Computer Networks
Abstract
This is the final report of a three-year research project conducted under the AFOSR sponsored Critical Infrastructure Protection and Information Assurance Fellowship Program. The research focused on information networks and methods to understand their vulnerability to information-based attack (as opposed to physical and other forms of attack) . Information based attacks are attacks that can be carried out from anywhere in the world, while sipping cappuccino at an Internet cafe' or while enjoying the comfort of a living room armchair. Such attacks are particularly problematic because they take place in a "virtual cyber world" that lacks the social, economic, legal, and physical barriers and protections that control and limit crime in the material world. Research outcomes include basic theory, a modeling framework for Internet worms and email viruses, a sensor for user profiling, and a simple protocol for enhancing wireless security.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 31, 2003
- Accession Number
- ADA416393
Entities
People
- David L. Pepyne
- Yu-chi Ho
Organizations
- Harvard University