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In this paper we consider the problem of node positioning in ad-hoc networks. We propose a distributed, infrastructure-free positioning algorithm that does not rely on Global Positioning System (GPS). The algorithm uses the distances between the nodes to build a relative coordinate system in which the node positions are computed in two dimensions. The main contribution of this work is to define and compute relative positions of the nodes in an ad-hoc network without using GPS. We further explain how the pro

Distance-bounding protocols allow a verifier to both authenticate a prover and evaluate whether the latter is located in his vicinity. These protocols are of particular interest in contactless systems, e.g. electronic payment or access control systems, whi ...

We investigate secure routing in ad hoc networks in which security associations exist only between a subset of all pairs of nodes. We focus on source routing protocols. We show that to establish secure routes, it is in general not necessary that security associations exist between all pairs of nodes

The Terminodes project is designing a wide area, mobile ad-hoc network, which is meant to be used in a public environment, in our approach, the network is run by users themselves. We give a global description of the building blocks used by the basic operation of the network, they all rely on various concepts of self-organization. Routing uses a combination of geography-based information and local, MANET-like protocols. Terminode positioning is obtained either by GPS, or by a relative positioning method. Mob

We propose a straightforward technique to provide peer-to-peer security in mobile networks. We show that far from being a hurdle, mobility can be exploited to set up security associations among users. We leverage on the temporary vicinity of users, during ...

Contrary to the common belief that mobility makes security more difficult to achieve, we show that node mobility can, in fact, be useful to provide security in ad hoc networks. We propose a technique in which security associations between nodes are established, when they are in the vicinity of each other, by exchanging appropriate cryptographic material. We show that this technique is generic, by explaining its application to fully self-organized ad hoc networks and to ad hoc networks placed under an (off-l

Due to their very nature, wireless sensor networks are probably the category of wireless networks most vulnerable to “radio channel jamming”-based Denial-of-Service (DoS) attacks. An adversary can easily mask the events that the sensor network should detec ...

So far, research on mobile ad hoc networks has been focused primarily on routing issues. Security, on the other hand, has been given a lower priority. This paper provides an overview of security problems for mobile ad hoc networks, distinguishing the threats on basic mechanisms and on security mechanisms. It then describes our solution to protect the security mechanisms. The original features of this solution include that (i) it is fully decentralized and (ii) all nodes are assigned equivalent roles.

Pervasive computing systems will likely be deployed in the near future, with the proliferation of wireless devices and the emergence of ad hoc networking as key enablers. Coping with mobility and the volatility of wireless communications in such systems is ...

Edge-to-cloud and multi-scale digital twin technologies for data gathering and application-driven optimization of resources.

We propose a new approach to securing self-organized mobile ad hoc networks. In this approach, security is achieved in a fully self-organized manner

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GPS-free Positioning in Mobile Ad-Hoc Networks

Security of Distance-Bounding: A Survey

BISS: Building Secure Routing out of an Incomplete Set of Security Associations

Self-Organization in Mobile Ad-Hoc Networks: the Approach of Terminodes

Mobility Helps Peer-to-Peer Security

Mobility Helps Security in Ad Hoc Networks

Wormhole-Based Anti-Jamming Techniques in Sensor Networks

The Quest for Security in Mobile Ad Hoc Networks

Secure Neighborhood Discovery: A Fundamental Element for Mobile Ad Hoc Networking

UrbanTwin: An urban digital twin for climate action

Secure Localization With Hidden and Mobile Base Stations

Small Worlds in Security Systems: an Analysis of the PGP Certificate Graph