Abstract

Some security-sensitive fields like military scenarios are the main application areas of ad hoc networks. In those areas, security issues have to be considered seriously for the network. In this paper, a key management method based on the combined public key is proposed for ad hoc networks. Through this method, private and public key pairs can be distributed to nodes of ad hoc networks efficiently. No certificate or other authentic channel is needed while two nodes perform authentication and key agreement protocol. The key management method is especially suitable for ad hoc networks, which has no fixed infrastructure and has constrained resources.

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.