The Security Solutions of MANET

Abstract

Mobile Ad Hoc Networks (MANETs) have seen dramatically rising interest, in part because of their potential for use in a wide range of applications. However, because of the dynamic nature of the nodes, the random topology, the constrained wireless range of nodes, and transmission faults, the implementation of such networks presents several difficult problems. The wireless channel is vulnerable to active and passive attacks by malicious nodes, such as Denial of Service (DoS), eavesdropping, spoofing, etc. because all the nodes in the network work together to forward the data. Since MANET is capable of building temporary networks without the aid of any existing infrastructure or centralized administration, implementing security is therefore of utmost relevance in such networks. Security issues have become a significant priority to ensure secure communication. We concentrate on research results and upcoming projects that might be of interest to researchers. However, in a nutshell, we can say that the prevention, detection, and reaction methods of MANET are necessary for a full security solution.