Joint trust-based detection and signature-based authentication technique for secure localization in underwater wireless sensor network

Joint trust-based detection and signature-based authentication technique for secure localization in underwater wireless sensor network

연구 분야: Cryptography

학회: Multimedia Tools and Applications

Ensuring secure and accurate node localization in Underwater Wireless Sensor Networks (UWSN) is a significant challenge, as conventional methods tend to neglect the security risks associated with malicious node interference. This research addresses this issue by proposing a Joint Trust-based Detection and Signature-based Authentication (JTDSA) technique, aimed at improving both the security and accuracy of node localization in UWSNs. The technique utilizes Intrusion Detection System (IDS) methods to calculate the trust values of secondary-anchor nodes (SNs), ensuring only the most trusted SNs are selected. Furthermore, a digital signature algorithm secures the Received Signal Strength (RSS) data from tampering. The method incorporates a hybrid approach combining Angle of Arrival (AoA) and RSS ranging techniques to achieve robust localization. Simulation results demonstrate that JTDSA improves localization accuracy by 4% compared to existing methods, achieving an overall accuracy of 99.2%. The technique also reduces packet drop by 35% and enhances attack detection accuracy by 3%. These results indicate that the proposed JTDSA technique offers an effective solution for secure and reliable localization in UWSNs.