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251-1411-00L 5 Credits DS , MSC , WBZ D-ITET , D-INFK

Security of Wireless Networks

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Srdjan Capkun
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:24:47

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.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
DS , MSC , WBZ
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination
Oral exam = 80% of the grade, 20% exercises and related reports.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Security of Wireless Networks
  • Tue 13:15-15:00 (IFW A 36)
2 h weekly
exercise Security of Wireless Networks
  • Fri 13:15-15:00 (IFW A 34)
1 h weekly

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