Security Research Map

6. INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES

» ICT applications
» Electronic authentication
» Artificial intelligence/robotics
» Cyber security
» Software, Data Processing
» Network technologies

Core competencies

Security is not the state in which attacks are impossible, but a state in which the costs of attack outweigh the potential gains. This economic view is what underlies the research of the Secure Systems Group, which is part of the Secure and Correct Systems Lab at the Linz Institute of Technology (LIT).

We have more than 15 years of experience in IT security, applied cryptography, IT risk management, security system design and evaluation, cryptographic mechanism prototyping, and more. We provide consulting services to industry, from independent ongoing evaluation of security systems to patent applications.

Todays information technology is increasingly complex and intertwined with the physical and cyber worlds, making security an interdisciplinary challenge that is subject to constant change. Consequently, the groups research covers a wide range of models and involves various disciplines, including artificial intelligence, network technology, simulation, data science, psychology, and many more.

Current research aeras include:
* Model-based and Quantitative Security
* Applied Cryptography and Quantum Cryptography
* Security of Critical Infrastructures
* Security- and Resource optimization using decision- and game theory
* Artificial intelligence security and AI applications in security

FCT01 - Modern information analysis for fighting crime and terrorism
CL3-2021-FCT-01-03: Disinformation and fake news are combated and trust in the digital world is raised
FCT04 - Increased security of citizens against terrorism, including in public spaces
CL3-2021-FCT-01-07: Improved preparedness on attacks to public spaces
FCT06 - Citizens are protected against cybercrime
CL3-2021-FCT-01-12: Online identity theft is countered
FCT04 - Increased security of citizens against terrorism, including in public spaces
CL3-2022-FCT-01-04: Public spaces are protected while respecting privacy and avoiding mass surveillance
BM01 – Efficient border surveillance and maritime security
CL3-2021-BM-01-01: Enhanced security and management of borders, maritime environment, activities and transport, by increased surveillance capability, including high altitude, long endurance aerial support
BM02 - Secured and facilitated crossing of external borders
CL3-2021-BM-01-02: Increased safety, security, performance of the European Border and Coast Guard and of European customs authorities
CL3-2021-BM-01-03: Improved border checks for travel facilitation across external borders and improved experiences for both passengers and border authorities staff
BM02 - Secured and facilitated crossing of external borders
CL3-2022-BM-01-02: Enhanced security of, and combating the frauds on, identity management and identity and travel documents
INFRA01 – Improved preparedness and response for large-scale disruptions of European infrastructures
CL3-2021-INFRA-01-01: European infrastructures and their autonomy safeguarded against systemic risks
INFRA02 - Resilient and secure smart cities
CL3-2022-INFRA-01-02: Autonomous systems used for infrastructure protection
CS01 - Secure and resilient digital infrastructures and interconnected systems
CL3-2021-CS-01-01: Dynamic business continuity and recovery methodologies based on models and prediction for multi-level Cybersecurity
CS02 - Hardware, software and supply chain security
CL3-2021-CS-01-02: Improved security in open-source and open-specification hardware for connected devices
CS03 - Cybersecurity and disruptive technologies
CL3-2021-CS-01-03: AI for cybersecurity reinforcement
CS05 - Human-centric security, privacy and ethics
CL3-2021-CS-01-04: Scalable privacy-preserving technologies for cross- border federated computation in Europe involving personal data
CS01 - Secure and resilient digital infrastructures and interconnected systems
CL3-2022-CS-01-01: Improved monitoring of threats, intrusion detection and response in complex and heterogeneous digital systems and infrastructures
CS02 - Hardware, software and supply chain security
CL3-2022-CS-01-02: Trustworthy methodologies, tools and data security “by design” for dynamic testing of potentially vulnerable, insecure hardware and software components
CS03 - Cybersecurity and disruptive technologies
CL3-2022-CS-01-03: Transition towards Quantum-Resistant Cryptography
CS04 - Smart and quantifiable security assurance and certification shared across Europe
CL3-2022-CS-01-04: Development and validation of processes and tools used for agile certification of ICT products, ICT services and ICT processes
DRS01 - Societal Resilience: Increased risk Awareness and preparedness of citizens
CL3-2021-DRS-01-01: Improved understanding of risk exposure and its public awareness in areas exposed to multi-hazards
DRS01 - Societal Resilience: Increased risk Awareness and preparedness of citizens
CL3-2022-DRS-01-01: Enhanced citizen preparedness in the event of a disaster or crisis-related emergency
SSRI 01 - Stronger pillars of security Research and Innovation
CL3-2022-SSRI-01-01: Increased foresight capacity for security

Secure Systems Group at Johannes Kepler University Linz (SecSys)

LIT Secure and Correct Systems Lab

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