Securing AODV Cluster-Based Mobile Ad Hoc Networks: Intrusion Detection against Packet Drop Attacks

Abstract

Mobile Ad Hoc Networks (MANETs) are vulnerable to various security threats due to their dynamic and self-organizing nature. Among these threats, packet drop attacks can disrupt communication and compromise network integrity. This paper presents an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) designed to enhance the security of Cluster-Based Mobile Ad Hoc Networks that employ the Ad Hoc On-Demand Distance Vector (AODV) routing protocol. The proposed IDS is specifically tailored to detect and mitigate packet drop attacks. By monitoring network traffic and analyzing packet behavior, the IDS identifies anomalies indicative of packet drop attacks and takes proactive measures to prevent their success. Experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed IDS in safeguarding AODV Cluster-Based Mobile Ad Hoc Networks against packet drop attacks, thereby enhancing their overall security and reliability.