This paper presents a comprehensive survey of security and privacy in AI-native 6G networks from a cross-layer perspective, developing a threat taxonomy, analyzing representative threats, and identify…

The paper proposes StormShield, a fingerprint-based detection and mitigation technique implemented as an xApp on an O-RAN RIC, which effectively prevents gNB resource exhaustion caused by RRC signalin…

This paper proposes an architecture for privacy-preserving intent fulfilment and assurance in 6G networks using a coordinator and aggregate PM counters.

This paper experimentally demonstrates the high detection performance of machine learning-based intrusion detection systems for identifying cyberattacks targeting OPC UA applications running over priv…

This paper presents an open-source 5G testbed for simulating emergency alert spoofing attacks and proposes a cross-cell verification mechanism to detect single-source, potentially fake, warnings.

This paper argues for a new approach to designing sixth-generation mobile networks, prioritizing control, customer outcomes, business guarantees, software-driven operations, and technology.

The paper addresses the lack of independent measurement tools for modern mobile communication by designing and implementing open-source platforms to study cellular radio networks, operator services, a…

The paper proposes a zero-trust supply-chain assurance rubric for O-RAN RIC applications to secure the entire lifecycle, from development to runtime.

The paper analyzes the security and practical deployability of advanced Wi-Fi ranging standards (IEEE 802.11az/bk), concluding that while promising, secure implementation is highly sensitive to config…

This paper proposes a mechanical auditing approach for verifying AI functions in wireless networks using machine-verifiable specifications.

The paper proposes Q-FE, a novel Quantum-Native 6G Far-Edge architecture that secures Industrial IoT Digital Twins by integrating micro-digital twins, compact post-quantum key exchange, and asynchrono…

This paper designs and validates a Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) based mechanism to secure non-3GPP access in 5G networks, demonstrating that it achieves Information-Theoretic Security while improvin…

This paper analyzes the privacy challenges posed by Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) in 6G networks by classifying sensitive data into three levels (location, behavioral, and physiological)…

The paper introduces Constraint-Guided Semantic Testing (ConSeT), a novel framework that systematically finds critical, pre-authentication vulnerabilities in 5G User Equipment (UE) by exploiting seman…

This paper evaluates the security of industrial control systems (ICS) transitioning to 5G communication, finding that while optimal conditions allow for resilience, degraded channel conditions signifi…

This paper proposes a protocol framework for making the 6G air interface AI-native, focusing on interoperability and preserving implementation freedom.

The paper introduces PriSrv+, an advanced service discovery protocol that significantly enhances privacy, usability, and efficiency in wireless networks through a novel matchmaking encryption scheme c…