Edge-cloud resource federation for sustainable cities

Ahmed, Usama; Petri, Ioan; Rana, Omer

doi:10.1016/j.scs.2022.103887

Cited by 6 publications

(2 citation statements)

References 23 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…The incorporation of AI and machine learning into applications creates new opportunities for AI-driven threats in applications frequently utilized by local governments [16]. Cloud security in local governments, especially in smart cities, faces unique challenges, such as increased risks in shared and multi-tenant cloud environments and threats targeting cloud-based IoT platforms and big data analytics [100,101]. The ever-evolving digital landscape, marked by advanced technologies and interconnected systems, introduces new vulnerabilities and attack surfaces [9,13,37].…”

Section: Types and Techniques Of Cyber-attacksmentioning

confidence: 99%

Local Government Cybersecurity Landscape: A Systematic Review and Conceptual Framework

Hossain,

Yigitcanlar,

Nguyen

et al. 2024

Applied Sciences

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Local governments face critical challenges in the era of digital transformation, balancing the responsibility of safeguarding resident information and administrative documents while maintaining data integrity and public trust. These responsibilities become even more critical as they transition into smart cities adopting advanced technological innovations to revolutionize governance, enhance service delivery, and foster sustainable and resilient urban environments. Technological advancements like Internet-of-Things devices and artificial intelligence-driven approaches can provide better services to residents, but they also expose local governments to cyberthreats. There has been, nonetheless, very little study on cybersecurity issues from the local government perspective, and information on the multifaceted nature of cybersecurity in local government settings is scattered and fragmented, highlighting the need for a conceptual understanding and adequate action. Against this backdrop, this study aims to identify key components of cybersecurity in a local governmental context through a systematic literature review. This review further extends to the development of a conceptual framework providing a comprehensive understanding of the local government’s cybersecurity landscape. This study makes a significant contribution to the academic and professional domains of cybersecurity issues and policies within the local governmental context, offering valuable insights to local decision-makers, practitioners, and academics. This study also helps identify vulnerabilities, enabling stakeholders to recognize shortcomings in their cybersecurity and implement effective countermeasures to safeguard confidential information and documents. Thus, the findings inform local government policy to become more cybersecurity-aware and prepared.

show abstract

Section: Types and Techniques Of Cyber-attacksmentioning

confidence: 99%

Local Government Cybersecurity Landscape: A Systematic Review and Conceptual Framework

Hossain,

Yigitcanlar,

Nguyen

et al. 2024

Applied Sciences

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…As they frequently exist the farthest from the core of the information technology (IT) computing framework, these are considered as being at the "edge". The IoT gateway anchors an open source software platform, e.g., IOTech's Edge Xpert [18] or KepWare [19], which is often the preferred method to provide a way to link the sensed devices, enable localised decision-making, and relay the relevant device information for further analysis at the cloud. These edge platforms must be able to support industrial protocol standards such as OPC UA, CAN bus, etc., and may also need to support different wireless protocols such as cellular, WiFi, Bluetooth or Zigbee, LoRa, etc.…”

Section: Edge Computing: Enabling the Digital Twinmentioning

confidence: 99%

Digital Twins: Enabling Interoperability in Smart Manufacturing Networks

O’Connell

O’Brien

Bhattacharya

et al. 2023

Telecom

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

As Industry 4.0 networks continue to evolve at a rapid pace, they are becoming increasingly complex and distributed. These networks incorporate a range of technologies that are integrated into smart manufacturing systems, requiring adaptability, security, and resilience. However, managing the complexity of Industry 4.0 networks presents significant challenges, particularly in terms of security and the integration of diverse technologies into a functioning and efficient infrastructure. To address these challenges, emerging digital twin standards are enabling the connection of various systems by linking individual digital twins, creating a system of systems. The objective is to develop a “universal translator” that can interpret inputs from both the real and digital worlds, merging them into a seamless cyber-physical reality. It will be demonstrated how the myriad of technologies and systems in Industry 4.0 networks can be connected through the use of digital twins to create a seamless “system of systems”. This will improve interoperability, resilience, and security in smart manufacturing systems. The paper will also outline the potential benefits and limitations of digital twins in addressing the challenges of Industry 4.0 networks.

show abstract