Selective jamming/dropping insider attacks in wireless mesh networks

—Wireless mesh networks (WMNs) promise to extend high-speed wireless connectivity beyond what is possible with the current WiFi-based infrastructure. However, their unique architectural features leave them particularly vulnerable to security threats. In this article, we describe various forms of sophisticated attacks launched from adversaries with internal access to the WMN. We further identify possible detection and mitigation mechanisms.

• Type: Journal
• Year: 2011
• Where: NETWORK
• Authors: Loukas Lazos, Marwan Krunz
• Keywords: Computer Networks, Current Wifi-based Infrastructure, NETWORK 2011, Unique Architectural Features, —wireless Mesh Networks