Vol. 2 No. 1 (2022): Advances in Deep Learning Techniques
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Deep Learning for Network Traffic Analysis: Detecting Security Breaches in Real-Time

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  • Hassan Rehan
Hassan Rehan
University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley
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Published 24-02-2022

Keywords

  • deep learning,
  • network security,
  • AI,
  • real-time detection

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H. Rehan, “Deep Learning for Network Traffic Analysis: Detecting Security Breaches in Real-Time ”, Adv. in Deep Learning Techniques, vol. 2, no. 1, pp. 154–193, Feb. 2022.
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Abstract

The exponential growth of network traffic presents significant challenges in real-time security breach detection. Traditional intrusion detection systems (IDS) struggle to efficiently analyze vast data streams, leading to delays and undetected anomalies. This paper explores the application of deep learning models for network traffic analysis, leveraging their ability to autonomously detect anomalous patterns and potential security threats. We investigate various architectures, including convolutional neural networks (CNNs), recurrent neural networks (RNNs), and transformer-based models, evaluating their effectiveness in identifying malicious activities. Feature engineering techniques, dataset preprocessing, and model optimization strategies are discussed to enhance real-time detection capabilities. Furthermore, we analyze computational overhead, detection accuracy, and false positive rates, highlighting trade-offs in deploying deep learning-based IDS in large-scale networks. Case studies demonstrate the superiority of AI-driven approaches over conventional methods, underscoring their potential for proactive cybersecurity defense.

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