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252-1411-00L 6 Credits MSC , WBZ D-ITET , D-INFK , D-MATH
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Security of Wireless Networks

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Srdjan Capkun, Dr. Kari Kostiainen
VVZ CR 4.6

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:01:46

Abstract

Core Elements: Wireless communication channel, Wireless network architectures and protocols, Attacks on wireless networks, Protection techniques.

Objective

After this course, the students should be able to: describe and classify security goals and attacks in wireless networks; describe security architectures of the following wireless systems and networks: 802.11, GSM/UMTS, RFID, ad hoc/sensor networks; reason about security protocols for wireless network; implement mechanisms to secure 802.11 networks.

Content

Wireless channel basics. Wireless electronic warfare: jamming and target tracking. Basic security protocols in cellular, WLAN and multi-hop networks. Recent advances in security of multi-hop networks; RFID privacy challenges and solutions.

Resources

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC , WBZ
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination
Mode
written 120 minutes
Aids
None
20% exercises and related reports (compulsory continuous performance assessments), 80% final written exam

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Security of Wireless Networks
  • Tue 14:15-16:00 (ML H 44)
2 h weekly
exercise Security of Wireless Networks
  • Fri 14:15-16:00 (CAB E 87.2)
1 h weekly
independent project Security of Wireless Networks
includes a semester long project
No time listed 2 h weekly

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