Scribd
Upload
18 views9 pages

Computer Networks and Machine Learning A Powerful Partnership

This document discusses the integration of computer networks with machine learning, emphasizing their combined ability to tackle challenges in cybersecurity, data analytics, and industrial automation. It presents case studies on DDoS detection, SQL injection vulnerability scanning, and risk management in Industry 4.0, showcasing the effectiveness of machine learning models in these areas. The study concludes with recommendations for future developments, including federated learning and human-in-the-loop systems, to enhance real-time threat management and collaboration among stakeholders.

Uploaded by

yasifayasifa309
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
18 views9 pages

Computer Networks and Machine Learning A Powerful Partnership

This document discusses the integration of computer networks with machine learning, emphasizing their combined ability to tackle challenges in cybersecurity, data analytics, and industrial automation. It presents case studies on DDoS detection, SQL injection vulnerability scanning, and risk management in Industry 4.0, showcasing the effectiveness of machine learning models in these areas. The study concludes with recommendations for future developments, including federated learning and human-in-the-loop systems, to enhance real-time threat management and collaboration among stakeholders.

Uploaded by

yasifayasifa309
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 9

Computer Networks

and Machine Learning:


A Powerful Partnership
This presentation explores the transformative potential of
integrating computer networks with machine learning
algorithms, highlighting their collective capacity to address
complex challenges in cybersecurity, data analytics, and
industrial automation.
The Synergy of Networks and Machine
Learning
Data Exchange Pattern Recognition

Computer networks facilitate data exchange Machine learning algorithms leverage this data to
across distributed systems, providing the identify patterns, predict threats, and automate
foundation for machine learning algorithms to decision-making, enhancing cybersecurity and
analyze vast amounts of information. operational efficiency.
Cybersecurity Applications
SQL Injection DDoS Attacks Industrial Vulnerabilities
Machine learning models can Distributed Denial of Service Industry 4.0 relies on Internet of
detect and prevent SQL (DDoS) attacks can be Things (IoT) devices and AI,
injection attacks by analyzing mitigated by machine learning necessitating machine learning-
network traffic patterns and algorithms that distinguish integrated network
identifying suspicious SQL malicious traffic from legitimate architectures for real-time
syntax. requests. threat monitoring.
Research Methodology

1 Systematic Literature Review

A comprehensive review of peer-reviewed articles from 2020 to


2024, focusing on machine learning applications in
cybersecurity, network-enabled data processing, and Industry
4.0 risk frameworks.

2 Case Study Analysis

In-depth analysis of three case studies: SQL injection detection,


DDoS classification, and Industry 4.0 risk management,
highlighting the practical applications of machine learning in
networked environments.

3 Data Processing

A five-stage workflow was developed to visualize machine


learning processes within networked environments,
emphasizing data flow from collection to mitigation.
Case Study 1: DDoS Detection with
Hybrid ML Models
Naïve Bayes Instance Selection 100% Accuracy

Naïve Bayes instance selection significantly The final model achieved 100% accuracy in
enhanced the performance of Random Forest distinguishing DDoS traffic from legitimate
classifiers by preprocessing 2.16 million network requests, demonstrating the effectiveness of
logs and eliminating irrelevant data points. network-driven data aggregation and
synchronization.
Case Study 2: SQL Injection
Vulnerability Scanning
OWASP ZAP

OWASP ZAP was used to scan a university website, identifying


22 vulnerabilities, including 3 high-risk SQL injection flaws.

HTTP/HTTPS Analysis

Machine learning algorithms analyzed HTTP/HTTPS request


patterns, flagging inputs with suspicious SQL syntax, such as
unescaped characters.

Zero-Day Attacks

The study revealed that networks using HTTPS protocols


exhibited 50% fewer vulnerabilities than HTTP, but ML models
struggled with zero-day attacks, highlighting the need for
continuous network monitoring and model retraining.
Case Study 3: Risk Management in Industry 4.0

IoT Devices Data Privacy

Machine learning models leverage networked IoT Federated learning techniques were used to mitigate
devices to predict threats in real time, such as data privacy concerns in shared networks, allowing ML
anomalies in sensor data, triggering automated alerts. training on decentralized data without compromising
sensitive information.
Key Findings and Contributions

100% 50%
DDoS Detection Vulnerability Mitigation

Hybrid ML models achieved 100% ML-enhanced network scanners


accuracy in DDoS classification, identified high-risk SQL injection flaws,
demonstrating the efficacy of network- highlighting the potential for proactive
driven data aggregation and vulnerability mitigation.
preprocessing.

65%
Industrial Risk Management

Collaborative networks and federated


learning enabled secure, real-time risk
management in IoT-enabled Industry
4.0 environments.
Future Directions and
Conclusion
Federated Learning 5G Integration

Expanding privacy-preserving Leveraging ultra-low latency


techniques for cross-industry networks for real-time ML
threat intelligence sharing. inference in critical
infrastructure.

Human-in-the-Loop Systems

Combining automated ML with expert oversight to balance speed


and precision.

This study establishes that computer networks are indispensable for


deploying machine learning in modern cybersecurity and industrial
systems. These advancements necessitate ongoing collaboration
between network engineers, ML researchers, and policymakers to
address ethical, technical, and regulatory challenges.

You might also like