A Survey of Security Threats and Authentication Schemes in WiMAX
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paper_title: Security concerns in WiMAX

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WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access)/ IEEE 802.16 is a very promising 4G technology. WiMAX is now in the testing via implementation stage at various locations like Taiwan [12], India [13]. The results have been, so far, very promising. With the growing popularity of WiMAX, the security risks have increased many folds. In this paper we will give an overview of the security architecture of WiMAX. Then we will give an overview of the various kinds of threats viz. Physical Layer and MAC Layer threats. Finally, we will have a look at improvement reported in multi hop WiMAX networks.
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WiMAX is a new technology providing broadband data access to mobile as well as stationary users. Standards for Mobile WiMAX (IEEE 802.16e-2005) has already been finalized. In IEEE 802.16, security has been considered as the main issue during the design of the protocol. In this paper, a new WIMAX authentication protocol is designed to better satisfy the security goals under the WiMAX security architecture, then a formal correctness proof of the protocol is presented based on SSM. Finally, its performance is analyzed and improved.
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This article examines the subject of authentication within WiMAX (IEEE 802.16-2009) based wireless metropolitan networks. The two WiMAX authentication mechanisms (PKM versions 1 and 2) are discussed and a number of aspects affecting their authentication capabilities presented. Of particular n4056792ote is the handling of digital certificates and the lack of multiple certificate authority support. This lack essentially prevents the interoperability of WiMAX devices produced by different manufactures. Proposed recommendations are presented that should improve how WiMAX authentication operates and allow for mixed manufacturer device interoperability.
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Title: A Survey of Security Threats and Authentication Schemes in WiMAX

Section 1: INTRODUCTION
Description 1: Provide an overview of wireless networks, highlight the security concerns in WiMAX, and introduce key security features like authentication, authorization, and encryption.

Section 2: Protocol Layer
Description 2: Describe the protocol layers in the IEEE 802.16 standard, including the physical layer and MAC layer, and explain their importance in the WiMAX framework.

Section 3: Security Scheme
Description 3: Explain the security sub-layer in WiMAX, outlining its roles in authentication, authorization, and encryption.

Section 4: Authentication Schemes
Description 4: Discuss various authentication schemes in WiMAX, including RSA and HMAC authentication, and highlight their strengths and potential weaknesses.

Section 5: SECURITY THREATS IN WiMAX
Description 5: Enumerate the different security threats in WiMAX, detailing vulnerabilities at both the physical and MAC layers, and discuss possible attack scenarios and their countermeasures.

Section 6: AUTHENTICATION SCHEMES
Description 6: Provide a deeper insight into authentication and authorization techniques in WiMAX, comparing different EAP methods and examining the PKM protocols used in IEEE 802.16e.

Section 7: CONCLUSION
Description 7: Summarize the key points discussed in the paper, stressing the importance of continued research and improvement in authentication schemes to enhance WiMAX security.

Section 8: ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Description 8: Acknowledge contributions, assistance, and support received during the study.