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Journal Papers
[J23] S. Halder, A. Ghosal and M. Conti, "Dynamic Super Round Based Distributed Task Scheduling for UAV Networks" In IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications, 22(2), pp. 1014-1028, 2023. (JCR IF 2022: 8.346; IT-ANVUR Class: 1)
[J22] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, M. Conti, "Secure Over-the-Air Software Update for Connected Vehicles," In Computer Networks, Elsevier, 218, pp. 1-13, article no. 109394, 2022. (JCR IF 2021: 4.474; IT-ANVUR Class: 1)
[J21] F. Casino, T. K. Dasaklis, G. Spathoulas, M. Anagnostopoulos, A. Ghosal, I. Borocz, A. Solanas, M. Conti, C. Patsakis, "Research trends, challenges, and emerging topics in digital forensics: A review of reviews", In IEEE Access, 10, pp. 25464 - 25493, 2022. CR IF 2022: 3.367; IT-ANVUR Class: 1)
[J20] V. Koutsokostas, N. Lykousas, T. Apostolopoulos, G. Orazi, A. Ghosal, F. Casino, M. Conti, C. Patsakis, "#31415 Attached: Automated Analysis of Malicious Microsoft Office Documents ", In Computers & Security, Elsevier,114, pp.1-13, 2022. JCR IF 2022: 4.438; IT-ANVUR Class: 1)
[J19] A. Ghosal, S. U. Sagong, S. Halder, K. Sahabandu, M. Conti, R. Poovendran, L. Bushnell, "Truck Platoon Security: State-of-the-Art and Road Ahead," In Computer Networks, Elsevier, 178, pp. 1-19, 2020. (JCR IF 2022: 4.474; IT-ANVUR Class: 1)
[J18] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, M. Conti, "Secure Over-The-Air Software Updates in Connected Vehicles: A Survey," In Computer Networks, Elsevier, 178, pp. 1-19, article no. 107343, 2020. (JCR IF 2018: 3.030; IT-ANVUR Class: 1)
[J17] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, S. K. Das, "Distributed On-Demand Clustering Algorithm for Lifetime Optimization in Wireless Sensor Networks," In Journal of Parallel and Distributed Computing, Elsevier, 141, pp. 129-142, 2020. (JCR IF 2019: 1.819; IT-ANVUR Class: 1)
[J16] A. Ghosal, M. Conti, "Security Issues and Challenges in V2X: A Survey," In Computer Networks, Elsevier, 169, pp. 1-20, article no. 107093, 2020.(JCR IF 2018: 3.030; IT-ANVUR Class: 1)
[J15] A. Ghosal, M. Conti, "Key Management Systems for Smart Grid Advanced Metering Infrastructure: A Survey," In (IEEE) Communications Surveys and Tutorials, 21(3), pp. 2831-2848, 2019. (JCR IF 2017: 20.23; IT-ANVUR Class: 2)
[J14] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, M. Conti, "Efficient Physical Intrusion Detection in Internet of Things: A Node Deployment Approach," In Computer Networks, Elsevier, 154, pp. 28-46, 2019. (JCR IF 2018: 2.522; IT-ANVUR Class: 1)
[J13] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, M. Conti, “LiMCA: An Optimal Clustering Algorithm for Lifetime Maximization of Internet of Things,” In Wireless Networks, ACM/Springer, 25(8), pp. 4459-4477, 2019. (JCR IF 2017: 1.584; IT-ANVUR Class: 1) Download
[J12] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, “Lifetime Optimizing Clustering Structure using Archimedes’ Spiral based Deployment in WSNs,” In IEEE Systems Journal, 11(2), pp. 1039-1048, 2017. (JCR IF 2017: 3.882; IT-ANVUR Class: 1) Download
[J11] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, “A Survey on Energy Efficient Intrusion Detection in Wireless Sensor Networks,” In Journal of Ambient Intelligence and Smart Environments, IOS press, 9(2), pp. 239-261, 2017. (JCR IF 2017: 0.809; IT-ANVUR Class: 4) Download
[J10] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, “Lifetime Enhancement of Wireless Sensor Networks by Avoiding Energy-Holes with Gaussian Distribution,” In Telecommunication Systems, Springer, 64(1), pp. 113-133, 2017. (JCR IF 2017: 1.542; IT-ANVUR Class: 2) Download
[J9] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, S. Chessa, “Secure Key Design Approaches using Entropy Harvesting in Wireless Sensor Network: A Survey,” In Journal of Network and Computer Applications, Elsevier, 78(2017), pp. 216-230, 2017. (JCR IF 2017: 3.500; IT-ANVUR Class: 2) Download
[J8] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, “A Survey on Mobile Anchor Assisted Localization Techniques in Wireless Sensor Networks,” In Wireless Networks, ACM/Springer, 22(7), pp. 2317-2336, 2016. (JCR IF 2017: 1.584; IT-ANVUR Class: 1) Download
[J7] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, “A Location-wise Predetermined Deployment for Optimizing Lifetime in Visual Sensor Networks,” In IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems for Video Technology, 26(6), pp. 1131-1145, 2016. (JCR IF 2017: 3.599; IT-ANVUR Class: 1) Download
[J6] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, “Lifespan Prolonging Location-wise Predetermined Deployment Strategy for Visual Sensor Networks,” In Journal of Network and Computer Applications, Elsevier, 63 (2016), pp. 86-97, 2016. (JCR IF 2017: 3.500; IT-ANVUR Class: 2) Download
[J5] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, “A Survey on Mobility-Assisted Localization Techniques in Wireless Sensor Networks,” In Journal of Network and Computer Applications, Elsevier, 60 (2016), pp. 82-94, 2016. (JCR IF 2017: 3.500; IT-ANVUR Class: 2) Download
[J4] A. Ghosal, S. DasBit, “A Lightweight Security Scheme for Query Processing in Clustered Wireless Sensor Networks,” In Computers and Electrical Engineering, Elsevier, 41 (2015), pp. 240-255, 2015. (JCR IF 2017: 1.570; IT-ANVUR Class: 4) Download
[J3] A. Ghosal, S. DasBit, “A Jamming Attack Defending Data Forwarding Scheme Based on Channel Surfing in Wireless Sensor Network,” In Security and Communication Networks, Wiley, 6(11), pp. 1367-1388, 2013. (JCR IF 2017: 1.067; IT-ANVUR Class: 3) Download
[J2] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, S. DasBit, “A Dynamic TDMA Based Scheme for Securing Query Processing in WSN,” In Wireless Networks, ACM/Springer, 18(2), pp. 165-184, 2012. (JCR IF 2017: 1.584; IT-ANVUR Class: 1) Download
[J1] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, S. DasBit, “A Pre-determined Node Deployment Strategy to Prolong Network Lifetime in WSN,” In Computer Communication, Elsevier, 34(11), pp. 1294-1306, 2011. (JCR IF 2017: 3.338; IT-ANVUR Class: 2) Download
Conference Papers
[C25] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, T. Newe, S. K. Das, "Dynamic Anomaly Threshold-Based Malicious Behavior Detection in LoRa-Assisted IIoT," Proc. of 26th Int'l Symposium on a World of Wireless, Mobile and Multimedia Networks (WoWMoM), pp. 1-10, Accepted, May 2025.
[C24] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, T. Newe, S. K. Das, "SmartLens: Robust Detection of Rogue Device via Frequency Domain Features in LoRa-Enabled IIoT," Proc. of 11th Int'l Conf. on Communications and Network Security (IEEE CNS), pp. 1-9, Oct 2023.
[C23] H. A. A. Chaudhary, I. Guevara, J. John, A. Singh, A. Ghosal, D. Pesch, T Margaria, "Model-Driven Engineering in Digital Thread Platforms: A Practical Use Case and Future Challenges," Proc. of Leveraging Applications of Formal Methods, Verification and Validation (ISoLA ), pp. 195-207, LNCS, vol 13704, Oct. 2022. (GGS: 3/B-; CORE: C; LiveSHINE: C ; MA: C)
[C22] T. Limbasiya, A. Ghosal, M. Conti, "AutoSec: Secure Automotive Data Transmission Scheme for In-Vehicle Networks", Proc. of 23rd International Conference on Distributed Computing and Networking (ICDCN), pp. 208-216, Jan 2022. (GGS: 3/B-;CORE: B; LiveSHINE: B- ; MA: C)
[C21] J. John , A. Ghosal, T. Margaria, D. Pesch, "DSLs and Middleware Platforms in a Model-Driven Development Approach for Secure Predictive Maintenance Systems in Smart Factories", Proc. of Leveraging Applications of Formal Methods, Verification and Validation (ISoLA ), pp. 146-161, LNCS, vol 13036, Oct. 2021. (GGS: 3/B-; CORE: C; LiveSHINE: C ; MA: C)
[C20] J. John , A. Ghosal, T. Margaria, D. Pesch, "DSLs for Model Driven Development of Secure Interoperable Automation Systems", Proc. of Forum on Specification & Design Languages (FDL), pp. 1-8, Sept. 2021. (GGS: 3/B-; CORE: C; LiveSHINE: C ; MA: C)
[C19] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, M. Conti, "STRIDE: Scalable and Secure Over-The-Air Software Update Scheme for Autonomous Vehicles," Proc. of 54th IEEE Int'l Conf. on Communications (IEEE ICC), pp. 1-6, Jun 2020. (GGS: 2/A; CORE: B; LiveSHINE: A+; MA: A+)
[C18] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, M. Conti, "DISC: A Novel Distributed On-Demand Clustering Protocol for Internet of Multimedia Things," Proc. of 28th IEEE Int'l Conf. on Computer Communications and Networks (IEEE ICCCN), pp. 1-9, Jul 2019. (GGS: 2/A-; CORE: A; LiveSHINE: A-; MA: A-)
[C17] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, “A Predetermined Deployment Technique for Lifetime Optimization in Clustered WSNs,” Proc. of 15th Int’l Conf. on Algorithms and Architectures for Parallel Processing (ICA3PP), LNCS, vol. 9531, pp. 682-696, Nov 2015. (GGS: 3/B; CORE: A; LiveSHINE: B; MA: B) Download
[C16] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, “Lifetime Optimizing Clustering Structure using Archimedes Spiral based Deployment in WSNs,” Proc. of 14th IFIP/IEEE Symposium on Integrated Network and Service Management (IM), pp. 592-598, May 2015. (CORE: B; LiveSHINE: C; MA: C) Download
[C15] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, “Intrusion Detection in a Tailor-Made Gaussian Distribution Wireless Sensor Networks,” Proc. of 11th Int’l Conf. on Distributed Computing and Internet Technology (ICDCIT), LNCS, vol. 8956, pp. 325-330, Feb 2015. (CORE: C; LiveSHINE: C; MA: C) Download
[C14] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, “Tailor-Made Gaussian Distribution for Intrusion Detection in Wireless Sensor Networks,” Proc. of 11th IEEE Int’l Conf. on Ubiquitous Intelligence and Computing (UIC), pp. 406-411, Dec 2014. (CORE: B; MA: C) Download
[C13] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, “Enhancing the Lifespan of Visual Sensor Networks using a Predetermined Node Deployment Strategy,” Proc. of 19th IEEE Int’l Symposium on Computers and Communications (ISCC), pp. 1-6, Jun 2014. (GGS: 3/B; CORE: B; LiveSHINE: B; MA: B) Download
[C12] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, “Is Sensor Deployment using Gaussian Distribution Energy Balanced?,” Proc. of 13th Int’l Conf. on Algorithms and Architectures for Parallel Processing (ICA3PP), LNCS, vol. 8285, pp. 58-71, Dec 2013. [Distinguished Paper] (GGS: 3/B; CORE: A; LiveSHINE: B; MA: B) Download
[C11] A. Ghosal, A. Saha, S. DasBit, “Energy Saving Replay Attack Prevention in Clustered Wireless Sensor Networks,” Proc. of 7th Pacific Asia Workshop on Intelligence and Security Informatics (PAISI), LNCS, vol. 8039, pp. 82-96, Aug 2013. (MA: C) Download
[C10] A. Ghosal, S. Sur, S. DasBit, “μSec: A Security Protocol for Unicast Communication in Wireless Sensor Networks,” Proc. of 5th SETOP International Workshop on Autonomous and Spontaneous Security (SETOP), LNCS, vol. 7731, pp. 258–273, Sep 2012. Download
[C9] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, A. Saha, S. DasBit, “Energy-Balancing and Lifetime Enhancement of Wireless Sensor Network with Archimedes Spiral,” Proc. of 8th Int’l Conf. on Ubiquitous Intelligence and Computing (UIC), LNCS, vol. 6905, pp. 420-434, Sep 2011. (CORE: B; MA: C) Download
[C8] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, A. Chowdhuty, S. DasBit, “A Probability Density Function for Energy-Balanced Lifetime-Enhancing Node Deployment in WSN,” Proc. of 11th Int’l Conf. on Computational Science and its Application (ICCSA), LNCS, vol. 6785, pp. 472-487, Jun 2011. (GGS: 3/B-; CORE: C; LiveSHINE: B; MA: B) Download
[C7] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, Md. Mobashir, R. K. Saraogi, S. DasBit, “A Jamming Defending Data-Forwarding Scheme for Delay Sensitive Applications in WSN,” Proc. of 2nd Int’l Conf. Wireless VITAE, pp. 1-5, Feb 2011. [Best Paper] Download
[C6] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, S. Sur, A. Dan, S. DasBit, “Ensuring Basic Security and Preventing Replay Attack in a Query Processing Application Domain in WSN,” Proc. of 10th Int’l Conf. on Computational Science and its Application (ICCSA), LNCS, vol. 6018, pp. 321-335, Mar 2010. (GGS: 3/B-; CORE: C; LiveSHINE: B; MA: B) Download
[C5] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, S. Sur, S. Dan, S. DasBit, “A Lifetime Enhancing Node Deployment Strategy in WSN,” Proc. of 1st Int’l Conf. on Future Generation Information Technology (FGIT), LNCS, vol. 5899, pp. 296-308, Dec 2009. [Best Paper Nominated] Download
[C4] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, S. Chatterjee, J. Sen, S. DasBit, “Estimating Delay in a Data Forwarding Scheme for Defending Jamming Attack in Wireless Sensor Network,” Proc. of 3rd Int’l Conf. on Next Generation Mobile Applications, Services and Technologies(NGMAST), pp. 351-356, Sep 2009. (MA: C) Download
[C3] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, S. DasBit, “Channel Surfing- A Scheme to Tolerate Jamming in Multiple nodes in Wireless Sensor Network,” Proc. of 1st Int’l Conf. Wireless VITAE, pp. 948-951, May 2009. Download
[C2] A. Ghosal, J. P. Singh, “Secure Data Aggregation using Some Degree of Persistent Authentication in Sensor Networks,” Proc. of National Conf. on Mobile and Pervasive Computing (CoMPC), pp. 183-186, Aug 2008. Download
[C1] A. Ghosal, J. P. Singh, “k-Connectivity and Coverage in Sensor Network,” Proc. of Int’l Conf. on Information Technology (INTL-INFOTECH), pp. 406-409, Mar 2007.
Book Chapters
[BC5] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, “Building Intelligent System for Smart Cities: Issues, Challenges and Approaches,” In Smart Cities: Development and Governance Frameworks (Editor: Z. Mahmood), ISBN 978-3-319-76668-3, Chapter 5, Springer Publication, pp. 107-125, 2018. Download
[BC4] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, “Security in Mobile Wireless Sensor Networks: Attacks and Defenses,” In Cooperative Robots and Sensor Networks-III (Editors: A. Koubaa and J. R. M. Dios), ISBN 978-3-319-18298-8, Chapter 9, Springer Publication, pp. 185-205, 2015. Download
[BC3] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, “Mobility-Assisted Localization Techniques in Wireless Sensor Networks: Issues, Challenges and Approaches,” In Cooperative Robots and Sensor Networks-II (Editors: A. Koubaa and A. Khelil), ISBN: 978-3-642-55029-4, Chapter 3, Springer Publication, pp. 43-64, 2014. Download
[BC2] S. Halder, A. Ghosal, “Cross Layer-Based Intrusion Detection Techniques in Wireless Networks: A Survey,” In The State of the Art in Intrusion Prevention and Detection (Editor: A. S. K. Pathan), ISBN: 978-1-482-20351-6, Chapter 15, CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, USA, pp. 361-389, 2014. Download
[BC1] A. Ghosal, S. Halder, “Intrusion Detection in Wireless Sensor Networks: Issues, Challenges and Approaches,” In Wireless Networks and Security (Editors: S. Khan and A. S. K. Pathan), ISBN: 978-3-642-36169-2, Chapter 10, Springer Publication, pp. 329-367, 2013. Download
Patent
[P1] H. Y. Lin, M. Conti, A. Ghosal, S. Halder, Policy-based Automotive Secure Over-the-air Update, Application Number: PCT/CN2019/117399, Filed on November 12, 2019, China .