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Cybersecurity visualization

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Suitable for

MSc in Advanced Computer Science
Computer Science, Part B
Mathematics and Computer Science, Part C
Computer Science and Philosophy, Part C
Computer Science, Part C

Abstract

Cybersecurity visualization helps analysts and risk owners alike to make better decisions about what to do when the network is attacked. In this project the student will develop novel cybersecurity visualizations. The student is free to approach the challenge as they see fit, but would be expected to design, implement and assess the visualizations they develop. These projects tend to have a focus on network traffic visualization, but the student is encouraged to visualize datasets they would be most interested in. Other interesting topics might for instance include: host-based activities (e.g. CPU/RAM/network usage statistics), network scans (incl. vulnerabilities scanning). Past students have visualized network traffic patterns and android permission violation patterns. Other projects on visualizations are possible (not just cybersecurity), depending on interest and inspiration.

Requirements: Programming skills required.