--- Analysis of Resource Exhaustion Attacks on IoT and Edge Computing Networks in Modern Infrastructures
Author(s): COPACI, Constantin-Alin; COPACI, Dorina-Luminița
Author(s) keywords: Edge Computing, Firmware Malware, IoT, Modern Attacks, network security, Resource Exhaustion
Reference keywords: communications, cyber-attacks, Internet of Things
Abstract:
The rapid proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and the edge computing paradigm has led to the emergence of new classes of cyberattacks that no longer primarily target cryptographic mechanisms or communication interception, but rather exploit the resource constraints of distributed nodes. This paper analyzes Resource Exhaustion attacks on IoT and edge networks, highlighting how compromised nodes can cause severe functional degradation using only legitimate traffic and commands. A conceptual and mathematical model of the attack is proposed, followed by a discussion on its security impact and modern mitigation mechanisms.
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Article Title: Analysis of Resource Exhaustion Attacks on IoT and Edge Computing Networks in Modern Infrastructures
Author(s): COPACI, Constantin-Alin; COPACI, Dorina-Luminița
Date of Publication: 2025-12-24
Publication: International Journal of Information Security and Cybercrime
ISSN: 2285-9225 e-ISSN: 2286-0096
Digital Object Identifier: 10.19107/IJISC.2025.02.05
Issue: Volume XIV, Issue 2, Year 2025
Section: Cyber-Attacks Evolution and Cybercrime Trends
Page Range: 45-50 (6 pages)
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