Vulnerabilities in cognitive radio networks: A survey

    Authors

    S. Bhattacharjee; S. Sengupta;M. Chatterjee

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    Abbreviated Journal Title

    Comput. Commun.

    Keywords

    Cognitive radio networks; Vulnerabilities; Security; Computer Science, Information Systems; Engineering, Electrical &; Electronic; Telecommunications

    Abstract

    Cognitive radio networks are envisioned to drive the next generation wireless networks that can dynamically optimize spectrum use. However, the deployment of such networks is hindered by the vulnerabilities that these networks are exposed to. Securing communications while exploiting the flexibilities offered by cognitive radios still remains a daunting challenge. In this survey, we put forward the security concerns and the vulnerabilities that threaten to plague the deployment of cognitive radio networks. We classify various types of vulnerabilities and provide an overview of the research challenges. We also discuss the various techniques that have been devised and analyze the research developments accomplished in this area. Finally, we discuss the open research challenges that must be addressed if cognitive radio networks were to become a commercially viable technology. (c) 2013 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

    Journal Title

    Computer Communications

    Volume

    36

    Issue/Number

    13

    Publication Date

    1-1-2013

    Document Type

    Review

    Language

    English

    First Page

    1387

    Last Page

    1398

    WOS Identifier

    WOS:000324226500001

    ISSN

    0140-3664

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