CS 685-002 - Topics in Security in Mobile Computing Systems

(MWF 1-1:50pm, Fall 2003)

Instructor: Dr. Mukesh Singhal

Syllabus: Following topics will be covered:

  • Introduction to computer security.
  • Introduction to mobile computing systems.
  • Secure data transfer over wireless links.
  • Authentication in wireless networks.
  • Secure routing in wireless networks.
  • Intrusion detection in wireless networks.
  • Firewalls in mobile environments.
  • Security in ad hoc wireless networks.
  • Security of mobile code.

    Text Book/Reading List

  • Papers from current literature.

    Examination Schedule

  • Midterm. (30%)
  • Term papers and group presentations. (30%)
  • Final examination. (40%)