Deep Learning Approaches for Strengthening Network Intrusion Detection Systems
Sanjeev Prakashrao Kaulgud, B Chempavathy, Nama Sai Tejeswar, Chekka Kesava Vigneshwar, Akuthota Rakesh Kumar, Akula Eswar · 2024
Strengthening network security is a must in today's digital landscape. Existing Intrusion Detection Systems commonly make use of deep learning techniques such as Deep Neural Networks to identify malicious & anomaly activities. However, there are serious problems of overfitting and huge demand for computational resources in this system that hinder the efficiency and scalability of this system. It introduces an advanced form of an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) which integrates a hybrid machine learning algorithm with Recurrent Neural Network (RNN) and Bidirectional Long Short-Term Memory (Bi-LSTM) along with other machine learning techniques to improve threat detection. This system would realize the recognition of established patterns as well as new anomalies about attacks by means of enhanced feature engineering and real-time AI-driven threat intelligence. It also addresses scalability for more extensive and complex configurations of the network as well as response mechanisms that automatically neutralize threats quickly. Then there is user behavioral analytics that helps in identifying insider threats. It is aimed at providing an all-embracing security solution that is strong and adaptable, greatly improving overall protection of the network. Hence, the effective execution of this project will thus provide a new benchmark for the effectiveness of IDS in delivering reliable security across different sectors as well as paving the way for further improvements in cybersecurity around the globe.