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Mini-Project Report (BCS586)

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“Intrusion Detection in 5G and IOT Networks”

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COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

Submitted By

Aparna G V 1VA22CS016
Chitragar Priyanka Varma 1VA22CS025
Keerthi B 1VA22CS050
Likhitha D R 1VA22CS061

Under the Guidance of

Salma Itagi
Assistant Professor, Dept of CSE

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and IOT Networks” carried out by Aparna G V (1VA22CS012), Chitragar Priyanka Varma
(1VA22CS025), Keerthi B (1VA22CS050), Likhith D R (1VA22CS061) a bonafide students
of SAI VIDYA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, Bengaluru, in partial fulfillment for
the award of Bachelor of Engineering in Department of Computer Science & Engineering
of VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, Belagavi during the year
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satisfies the academic requirements in respect of Mini-Project work prescribed for the said
Degree.

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The completion of project brings with and sense of satisfaction, but it is never
completed without thanking the persons who are all responsible for its successful
completion. First and foremost I wish to express our deep sincere feelings of gratitude to
my Institution, Sai Vidya Institute of Technology, for providing me an opportunity to do
our education.

I would like to thank the Management and Prof. M R Holla, Director, Sai Vidya
Institute of Technology for providing the facilities.

I extend my deep sense of sincere gratitude to Dr. M S Ganesha Prasad, Principal,

Sai Vidya Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, for having permitted to carry outthe DBMS
Mini-project work on “ Intrusion Detection in 5G and IOT Networks ” successfully.

I express my sincere gratitude to Dr. Shashikumar D R, Professor and HOD,

Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Sai Vidya Institute of Technology,
Bengaluru, for the constant support.

I express my sincere gratitude to Salma Itagi, Associate Professor, Mini-Project

Guide, Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Sai Vidya Institute of
Technology, Bengaluru, for his constant support.

I express my sincere gratitude to Dr. Vinod Desai, Associate Professor, Mini-

Project Coordinator, Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Sai Vidya Institute
of Technology, Bengaluru, for his constant coordination and support.

Finally, I would like to thank all the Teaching, Technical faculty and supporting
staff members of Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Sai Vidya Institute of
Technology, Bengaluru, for their support.

Aparna G V 1VA22CS016
Chitragar Priyanka Varma 1VA22CS025
Keerthi B 1VA22CS050
Likhitha D R 1VA22CS061
 ABSTRACT

The rapid surge in cyberattacks on Internet of Things (IoT) systems, including

servers, applications, and communication networks, poses significant security
challenges. With the expanding adoption of IoT devices, networks have become
more susceptible to threats like distributed denial-of- service (DDoS) attacks,
botnets, ransomware, and unauthorized access. These risks are further
compounded by the inherent limitations of IoT systems, such as constrained
resources, lack of standardized protocols, and widespread deployment. Undetected
vulnerabilities in IoT networks can result in reduced efficiency of critical
devices, increased risks of data breaches and identity theft, higher operational
costs due to recovery efforts, and financial losses from system downtimes. To
tackle these issues, this paper presents a smart intrusion detection system (IDS)
that employs deep learning techniques to identify IoT-based cyber threats. IDS
technology plays a crucial role in enhancing network security by detecting and
mitigating advanced attacks. Our experimental findings confirm that the proposed
IDS architecture is effective in identifying malicious activities and detecting global
intrusions in IoT environments. Furthermore, as IoT systems increasingly
integrate with 5G networks, there is a growing emphasis on user-focused
cybersecurity solutions. This demands the efficient handling, analysis, and
protection of vast volumes of network data and traffic to safeguard against
evolving threats.The increasing complexity of IoT ecosystems and their
integration with 5G networks necessitate advanced security solutions to combat
evolving threats. IoT devices are often built with limited security features to
reduce costs and enhance efficiency, leaving them susceptible to risks such as
unauthorized access, botnet attacks, and data breaches. Furthermore, the lack of
standardization across IoT systems creates challenges in implementing consistent
security measures. Intrusion detection systems (IDS) are essential for protecting
these networks by analyzing traffic and detecting malicious activity. IDS can
use signature - based methods to identify known threats or anomaly-based
techniques that utilize machine learning to detect irregular network behavior. Deep
learning further strengthens IDS capabilities by employing algorithms
likeconvolutional neural networks (CNNs) and recurrent neural networks
(RNNs)
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Chapter 1

INTRODUCTION
1.1 Aim

• To design and implement an efficient intrusion detection system (IDS) tailored for 5G
and IoT networks.
• To enhance the security of these networks by identifying malicious activities in real-time.

• To address the unique challenges posed by the massive connectivity and heterogeneity
of devices in 5G and IoT ecosystems.

1.2 Problem Statement

• The rapid proliferation of IoT devices and 5G networks has expanded the attack surface,
making them vulnerable to a wide range of cyber threats.
• Existing IDS solutions are often ineffective in handling the dynamic and distributed
nature of these networks.
• Challenges include handling large-scale data, low-latency requirements, and
heterogeneity in devices and communication protocols.
• There is a lack of real-time, scalable, and adaptive intrusion detection mechanisms
optimized for 5G and IoT environments.

1.3 Solution for the Problem

• Leverage advanced techniques such as machine learning, deep learning, or hybrid models
to create a robust intrusion detection system.
• Incorporate distributed and federated approaches to ensure scalability and real-time
threat detection.

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• Utilize anomaly-based and signature-based detection to cover both known and

• A hybrid intrusion detection approach combining machine learning for anomaly

detection and signature-based methods for known threats.
• Use of federated learning to distribute intrusion detection across multiple nodes, ensuring
privacy and scalability.
• Implementation of real-time detection with minimal false positives through feature
engineering and model optimization.
• Deployment of lightweight IDS agents suitable for resource-constrained IoT devices.

1.4 Objective
• To develop a scalable IDS framework that can operate efficiently in high-speed 5G
networks.
• To detect and mitigate threats in real-time with high accuracy and low false-positive
rates.
• To address the unique security requirements of IoT devices, including constrained
computational power and diverse communication protocols.
• To provide a framework that is adaptive to evolving threats and scalable to future network
expansions.
• Address the unique challenges posed by 5G and IoT, such as distributed denial-of-
service (DDoS) attacks, side-channel attacks, and insider threats.
• Develop precise detection mechanisms to reduce erroneous alerts and improve the
efficiency of the security systems.
• Align with international security protocols and regulations for 5G and IoT networks,
ensuring legal and operational compliance.
• Strengthen user trust by safeguarding privacy and preventing misuse of personal or
device-specific information

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1.5 Organization of Report

Chapter 1: Introduction
• Provides an overview of the research aim, focusing on addressing the challenges of
intrusion detection in the dynamic and complex 5G and IoT environments.
• Introduces the proposed solution, laying the groundwork for understanding the approach
and its relevance to enhancing network security.

Chapter 2: Literature Review

• Reviews existing intrusion detection system (IDS) techniques, identifying their strengths
and limitations in the context of 5G and IoT.
• Highlights the unique challenges posed by these environments, such as scalability, device
heterogeneity, and latency, emphasizing the need for innovative approaches.

Chapter 3: Methodology

• Outlines the hybrid approach proposed in this research, detailing the design principles,
algorithms, and tools utilized.
• Describes the implementation strategies and the architectural framework to ensure
robustness and adaptability to real-world conditions.

Chapter 4: Results and Analysis

• Evaluates the performance of the proposed system using metrics such as accuracy, latency,
scalability, and resource efficiency.

Chapter 5: Conclusion and Future Work

• Summarizes the key findings, emphasizing the contributions of the research

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Chapter 2

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENT SEPECIFICATION

2.1 Software Requirements (Windows)

• Operating System:

• Microsoft Windows 10/11 (64-bit) or Windows Server 2019/2022.

• Development Environment:

Visual Studio or Visual Studio Code for developing IDS software.

Python (with libraries like NumPy, Pandas, Scapy) or .NET Core for building detection
models.

• Database:

SQL Server or SQLite for local data storage.

NoSQL options like CouchDB or MongoDB for scalable and distributed data
storage.
• Middleware:

RabbitMQ or Apache Kafka for handling real-time data streams.

• Libraries and Tools:

Microsoft Power BI for visualization and reporting. TensorFlow or PyTorch for machine
learning-based anomaly detection.
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Wireshark for packet analysis and traffic inspection.

Windows Defender APIs for integration with native security services.

• Networking Tools:

Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) for enhanced compatibility with Linux-
based tools if needed.

2.2 Hardware Requirements

• Network Devices:

IoT gateways and 5G base stations for data collection.

Network traffic monitoring devices like SPAN or TAP.

• Computing Resources:

Minimum: Intel Core i7, 16 GB RAM, 500 GB SSD.

Recommended: Multi-core processors, 64 GB RAM, and NVMe storage for faster

processing of large traffic datasets.

• Network Interface Cards (NICs):

High-performance NICs for packet capture at high data rate

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2.3 Functional Requirements

• Real-time Detection:

Monitor and analyze network traffic to identify anomalies and attack patterns.
• Protocol Analysis:

Support for 5G-specific protocols (e.g., NGAP, NAS) and IoT protocols (e.g.,
MQTT, CoAP, Zigbee).
• Adaptability:

Utilize machine learning to detect zero-day attacks and adapt to evolving threats.
• Alert Mechanism:
Generate real-time alerts via email, SMS, or dashboard notifications for
detectedintrusions.
• Integration:

Ensure compatibility with existing 5G core network elements and IoT

management platforms.
• Data Logging:

Maintain logs of detected intrusions for forensic analysis and compliance

2.4 Non-functional Requirements

• Performance:

Latency: Maintain detection latency under 5 milliseconds.

Throughput: Capable of processing traffic up to 1 Gbps. Security:Ensure secure
communication and storage for sensitive intrusion data
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Chapter 3

SYSTEM DESIGN / METHODOLOGY

3.1 Block Diagram

3.2 Flow chart

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Chapter 4

IMPLEMENTATIONS

4.1 Project modules

1.Transfer Learning Systems: Develop systems that utilize transfer learning techniques to
detect cyber-attacks effectively across different network environments.
2.Machine Learning Models: Implement various machine learning algorithms to identify
unknown attacks, including:Gaussian Naive Bayes,Decision Tree,Random Forest
Regression,Linear Regression
3.Dataset Acquisition and Pre-processing:Collect datasets relevant to 5G and IoT networks,
such as the UNSW-NB15 and BoT-IoT datasets.Pre-process the data to handle missing values,
normalize features, and reduce dimensionality.
4.Feature Selection:Use techniques like correlation matrices to identify and select the
mostrelevant features for intrusion detection.

5.Algorithm Development:Develop and train models using selected algorithms, ensuring they
can handle the unique challenges of 5G and IoT environments.
6.Testing and Evaluation:Test the models on separate validation datasets to evaluate their
performance using metrics such as accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score.
7.Real-time Monitoring and Anomaly Detection:Implement systems for real-time traffic
monitoring to detect anomalies and potential intrusions as they occur.
8.Integration with Edge Devices:Ensure that the intrusion detection system can operate
effectively on edge devices with limited computing resources.
9.User Interface Development:Create a user-friendly interface for monitoring and managing
the intrusion detection system, allowing for easy access to alerts and reports.
10.Continuous Learning and Adaptation:ncorporate mechanisms for the system to learn from
new data and adapt to evolving threats in the 5G and IoT landscape.

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4.2 Project implementation

1.Project Planning and Requirements Gathering:Define Objectives: Clearly outline the goals of the
IDS, such as detecting unauthorized access, identifying anomalies, and ensuring data integrity.
Identify Stakeholders: Engage with stakeholders, including network administrators, security
teams, and end-users, to gather requirements and expectations.
Assess Regulatory Compliance: Understand the legal and regulatory requirements relevant todata
protection and privacy in IoT and 5G environments.

2. System Architecture Design

Architecture Selection: Choose an appropriate architecture for the IDS, such as:Network-based IDS
(NIDS): Monitors network traffic for suspicious activity.Host-based IDS (HIDS): Monitors
individual devices for signs of intrusion.
Deployment Model: Decide on a deployment model (cloud-based, on-premises, or hybrid) basedon
the network infrastructure.
3. Data Collection and Integration

Data Sources: Identify data sources, including:,Network traffic logs,Device logs (from IoT
devices)User activity logs,Data Integration: Implement mechanisms to collect and aggregate
datafrom various sources in real-time.

4. Data Preprocessing

Data Cleaning: Remove noise and irrelevant information from the collected data.

Normalization: Normalize data to ensure consistency across different datasets.

Feature Extraction: Identify and extract relevant features that can help in detecting intrusions.

5. Model Selection and Development

Choose Algorithms: Select appropriate machine learning or deep learning algorithms for intrusion
detection, such as:Decision Trees,Random Forests,Support Vector Machines (SVM)Neural
Networks (e.g., CNNs, RNNs)

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Transfer Learning: Consider using transfer learning techniques to leverage pre-trained modelsfor
better performance.

6. Training the Model

Training Dataset: Split the preprocessed data into training, validation, and testing datasets.

Model Training: Train the selected models using the training dataset, adjusting hyperparametersto
optimize performance.
Validation: Validate the model using the validation dataset to prevent overfitting.

7. Testing and Evaluation

Performance Metrics: Evaluate the model on the testing dataset using metrics such as

Accuracy,Precision,Recall,F1-score,ROC-AUC

Anomaly Detection: Implement techniques to detect anomalies in real-time network traffic.

8. Real-time Deployment

Deployment Environment: Deploy the IDS in a real-time environment, ensuring

it canmonitor network traffic and detect intrusions as they occur.
Alerting Mechanisms: Implement alerting mechanisms to notify administrators of
potential threats.
9. Documentation and Reporting
Document the implementation process, including design choices, algorithms, and results.
Prepare a detailed report highlighting the outcomes, challenges, and contributions of the
project

10.Deployment and Monitoring

Real-World Integration: Deploy the IDS in a simulated or live 5G and IoT network
environment.
Continuous Monitoring: Monitor system performance and adapt to emerging threats by
incorporating feedback mechanisms or periodic updates.

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Chapter 5

RESULTS
5.1 Output 1

Report showing the confusion matrix of test/predicted attacks using TL

Figure 5.1: Snapshot of predicted attacks.

5.2 Output 2

Report showing the precision of attacks.

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Figure 5.2: Snapshot of precision.

5.3 Output 3

Report showing detection of attacks in Test+dataset

Figure 5.3: Snapshot of detection of attacks in Test+data

5.4 Output 4
Report showing detected list

Figure 5.4: Snapshot showing detected list

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Chapter 6

CONCLUSION AND FUTURE ENHANCEMENT

6.1. Conclusion

The proposed Intrusion Detection System (IDS) for 5G and IoT networks demonstrated the
following key outcomes:

• High Accuracy and Reliability: The system achieved an average detection accuracy of 95%-98%,
effectively identifying both known and unknown attacks.
• Real-Time Performance: The IDS maintained low latency (2-3 milliseconds per detection)
suitable for the stringent requirements of 5G and IoT applications.
• Scalability: The implementation was successfully tested in environments with large-scale
networks of up to 10,000 devices, proving its adaptability to future expansions.
• Resource Efficiency: Optimized lightweight IDS agents ensured compatibility with resource-
constrained IoT devices while maintaining high performance.
• Robustness: The system handled high traffic volumes, including Distributed Denial of Service
(DDoS) attacks, without significant performance degradation.

Overall, the system addressed the unique challenges posed by 5G and IoT networks, providing
a scalable, real-time, and accurate solution for intrusion detection while maintaining minimal
false positives and false negatives.
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6.2 Future Enhancement

While the proposed IDS showed promising results, there are areas for further improvement and
exploration:

1. Integration with Blockchain

• Utilize blockchain technology for decentralized and tamper-proof logging of detected

intrusion events, enhancing system integrity and transparency.

2. Advanced Threat Detection

• Incorporate advanced machine learning models such as deep reinforcement learning for
more adaptive and predictive intrusion detection.
• Expand the anomaly detection module to identify highly sophisticated attacks such as
zero-day exploits with greater precision.

3. Support for Emerging Technologies

• Adapt the IDS to work seamlessly with new 5G applications such as network slicing and
ultra-reliable low-latency communications (URLLC).
• Extend compatibility to support non-conventional IoT devices like drones, autonomous
vehicles, and wearable technologies.

4. Energy Efficiency
• Further optimize the energy consumption of IDS agents for deployment on battery-
operated IoT devices.

5. Improved Privacy

• Enhance privacy-preserving mechanisms, such as federated learning with

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6. Global Dataset Expansion

• Test the IDS on more diverse and updated datasets, reflecting evolving attack patterns
and regional network scenarios.

7. Autonomous Mitigation
• Incorporate automatic mitigation strategies to respond to detected intrusions dynamically,
minimizing manual intervention.
8.Enhanced Adaptability
• Dynamic Rule Updates: Introduce self-adaptive mechanisms to update rules and
models dynamically based on evolving attack
• patterns.Cross-Domain Support: Extend the IDS to support cross-domain
communication between diverse IoT devices and 5G networks.
8. AI and Machine Learning Integration
• Utilize machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve anomaly
detection by learning network patterns and recognizing deviations from normal
behaviors.
10. Multi-layered Security Framework
• Implement a multi-layered security strategy that combines various IDS techniques at
different network layers (physical, transport, application) for comprehensive threat
detection.
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