NS2 based structured network attack scrutiny in MANET

Abstract

Wireless networks are widely used in almost areas and the urging of users has inspired the development of Mobile Ad Hoc Network (MANET). MANET is a dynamic Network which does not require any backbone or infrastructure network as it deploys peer to peer connection between nodes. There are numerous implementations of MANET ranging from defense to multiuser gaming which necessitates the need to secure our network from various trespassers and attacks. Various attackers use numerous approaches to degrade the network performance. The paper proposes classification to network attacks on MANET by distinguishing them in a structured way with NS2 simulated results. The objective of this paper is to know various attacks and their respective measures to be taken to detect and prevent these attacks.