Title

Vulnerabilities in cognitive radio networks: A survey

Authors

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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