My name is kiranbir kaur and m student of MSC Computer Engineering in Solent University Southhampton (United Kingdom).Please suggest me the topic for dissertation.Include the Problem and Solution.
well I surely understand the tension you are in when it comes to the dissertation, think of this topic
Title: "An Investigation into Cybersecurity Threats in IoT Devices and Development of a Secure Communication Protocol"
Problem: IoT devices are vulnerable to various cyber threats, compromising user data and privacy. Existing security protocols have limitations in terms of scalability and interoperability.
Solution: Conduct a comprehensive analysis of IoT security threats and develop a secure communication protocol using encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms.
Title: "Securing IoT Communications: An Investigation into Cybersecurity Threats and Development of a Scalable Secure Communication Protocol"
Introduction:
The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized the way we live and work, with an estimated 20 billion devices expected to be connected by 2025 .....(include citation with its reference). This rapid growth has led to a significant increase in IoT device adoption, with 73% of organizations already using IoT devices (include citation with its reference). However, this growth has also exposed IoT devices to various cyber threats, compromising user data and privacy. In 2021, IoT device attacks increased by 80% compared to the previous year, with 75% of organizations experiencing an IoT security breach (include citation with its reference). The existing security protocols for IoT devices have limitations in terms of scalability, interoperability, and adaptability, making them vulnerable to attacks such as device spoofing, data breaches, and man-in-the-middle attacks. To address this critical issue, this research aims to conduct a comprehensive analysis of IoT security threats and develop a secure communication protocol using encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms. The proposed protocol will prioritize scalability, interoperability, and adaptability to ensure the security and privacy of IoT devices and their users. By investigating IoT security threats and developing a secure communication protocol, this research aims to contribute to the development of a safer and more secure IoT ecosystem.
Problem Statement:
Internet of Things (IoT) devices have become an integral part of modern life, but their rapid growth and deployment have exposed them to various cyber threats. The existing security protocols for IoT devices have limitations in terms of scalability, interoperability, and adaptability, making them vulnerable to attacks such as device spoofing, data breaches, and man-in-the-middle attacks. This vulnerability compromises user data and privacy, posing significant risks to individuals, businesses, and critical infrastructure.
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Kindly do not forget to cite your paper and also reference as I was guiding above in the text (include citation with its reference), it is so crucial
For more understanding, more detailed outline of the dissertation topic:
Title: "An Investigation into Cybersecurity Threats in IoT Devices and Development of a Secure Communication Protocol"
Problem Statement:
- IoT devices are increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats, including:
- Unauthorized access and data breaches
- Malware and ransomware attacks
- Denial of Service (DoS) and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks
- Man-in-the-middle (MitM) attacks
- Privacy violations and data leakage
- Existing security protocols have limitations in terms of:
- Scalability: Difficulty in handling a large number of devices and data transactions
- Interoperability: Incompatibility between different devices and systems
- Complexity: Difficulty in implementing and managing security protocols
Research Questions:
- What are the most common cybersecurity threats affecting IoT devices?
- What are the limitations of existing security protocols in addressing these threats?
- How can a secure communication protocol be designed to address scalability, interoperability, and complexity issues?
Objectives:
- Conduct a comprehensive review of IoT security threats and existing security protocols
- Identify the key challenges and limitations of existing security protocols
- Design and develop a secure communication protocol for IoT devices using encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms
- Evaluate the performance and effectiveness of the proposed protocol in addressing scalability, interoperability, and complexity issues
Methodology:
- Literature review: Analyze existing research on IoT security threats and security protocols
- Threat analysis: Identify and categorize common IoT security threats
- Protocol design: Develop a secure communication protocol using encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms
- Simulation and testing: Evaluate the performance and effectiveness of the proposed protocol using simulations and testbeds
Expected Outcomes:
- A comprehensive analysis of IoT security threats and existing security protocols
- A secure communication protocol that addresses scalability, interoperability, and complexity issues
- An evaluation framework for assessing the performance and effectiveness of the proposed protocol
Potential Impact:
- Contribution to the development of secure and reliable IoT systems
- Enhancement of user data privacy and security
- Improvement of IoT device and system interoperability
- Reduction of cybersecurity threats and attacks on IoT devices
Kiranbir Kaur Kindly note that , This is just a starting point, and you can refine and expand on this topic as you conduct your research and develop your dissertation. Good luck!