Student Assistant for Programmable Communication Networks Lab Summer Semester 2025
Description
PCN lab offers the opportunity to familiarize with Openflow and P4 for computer networks. For the next semester, a position is available to assist the participants during labs and the project phase. The lab is planned to be held on-site every Wednesday from 13:00 to 17:00.
Prerequisites
- Knowledge of communication networks.
- Solid programming skills: Python.
- Linux knowledge.
Contact
kaan.aykurt@tum.de
nicolai.kroeger@tum.de
Supervisor:
Mobile Communication Message Security Analysis with Machine Learning
Description
Background
In this topic an analysis of mobile communication messages in 5G should be done. There are several different kinds of these messages with different functions and level of information content. The analysis should be done using state of the art machine learning algorithms like random forest or neural networks. A focus should be on how to identify differences between network vendors.
Objectives
This thesis provides an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience with 5G technology through the following activities (varying complexity, depending on the type of thesis):
• Security and privacy analysis of Mobile Communication Messages
• Focus on machine learning algorithms
• Documentation and Reporting: Document the research process, experimental setups, findings, and challenges encountered during the research.
Application Process
Note that this thesis is offered by ZITiS and academically supervised by LKN. Therefore, applicants should follow the application process as described below. In case of issues with that etc. please contact Nicolai Kröger.
All applications must be submitted through the application website INTERAMT.
• Master Thesis: https://interamt.de/koop/app/stelle?0&id=1242375
• Bachelor Thesis: https://www.interamt.de/koop/app/stelle?id=1242370
Carefully note the information provided on the site to avoid any issues with your application.
Your application should include
• a short CV
• a current transcript of records
• the keyword “T3-MK-ANALYSIS” as a comment
For any questions or further details regarding this thesis and the application process, please feel free to contact
• TUM contact: nicolai.kroeger@tum.de
• Forschungreferat T3 (ZITiS): t3@zitis.bund.de
Prerequisites
Candidates should possess basic programming skills (Python) and machine learning skills. Interest in networking and wireless communication technologies is required. Although prior knowledge of 5G technology is beneficial, it is not mandatory. Familiarity with wireless communication protocols and network security principles is advantageous.
Supervisor:
Mobile Communication Broadcast Message Security
Description
Background
In this topic an analysis of Broadcast messages in 4G and 5G should be done. There exist several different kind of these messages with different functions and level of information content. The analysis should consider privacy and security aspects. After the theoretical review and analysis, the
practical part should focus on one aspect of the findings. An implementation of one security and privacy aspect should be done as a proof-of-concept with Open Source hard- and software.
Objective
This thesis provides an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience with 4G, 5G technology through the following activities (varying complexity, depending on the type of thesis):
• Security and privacy analysis of Broadcast Messages
• Focus on cell priorities and implementation as a proof-of-concept
• Practical evaluation with testing
• Documentation and Reporting: Document the research process, experimental setups, findings, and challenges encountered during the research.
Application Process
The offered thesis is external (from ZITiS: https://www.zitis.bund.de/) and academically supervised by TUM LKN. Thus, all applications must be submitted through the application website INTERAMT.
• Master Thesis: https://interamt.de/koop/app/stelle?0&id=1242375
• Bachelor Thesis: https://www.interamt.de/koop/app/stelle?id=1242370
Carefully note the information provided on the site to avoid any issues with your application.
Your application should include
• a short CV
• a current transcript of records
• the keyword “T3-MK-BROADCAST” as a comment
For any questions or further details regarding this thesis and the application process, please feel
free to contact
• TUM contact: nicolai.kroeger@tum.de
• Forschungreferat T3 (ZITiS): t3@zitis.bund.de
Prerequisites
Candidates should possess basic programming skills (C/C++ and Python) and have an interest in networking and wireless communication technologies. Although prior knowledge of 4G, 5G technology is beneficial, it is not mandatory. Familiarity with wireless communication protocols, network security principles, and basic hardware interfacing is advantageous.
Supervisor:
Mobile Communication RRC Message Security Analysis
5G, SDR, Security, RAN
Description
In this topic an analysis of RRC messages in 4G and 5G should be done. There exist several different kind of these messages with different functions and level of information content. The focus should lay on messages related to the connection release. The analysis should consider privacy and security aspects. After the theoretical review and analysis the practical part should focus on an attack. An implementation of one security and privacy aspect should be done as a proof-of-concept with Open Source hard- and software.
The following things are requested to be designed, implemented, and evaluated (most likely via proof-of-concept) in this thesis:
• Security and availability analysis of specific RRC messages
• Implementation of an attack
• Practical evaluation with testing of commercial smartphones
We will offer you:
• Initial literature
- https://doi.org/10.14722/NDSS.2016.23236
• Smart working environment
• Deep contact to supervisors and a lot of discussions and knowledge exchange
A detailed description of the topics will be formulated with you in initial meetings. For sure, the report needs to be written based on the requirements of the universities, as well as a detailed documentation and handing over the complete project with all sources. Depending on the chosen thesis type the content will be adapted in its complexity.
All applications must be submitted through our application website INTERAMT:
https://interamt.de/koop/app/stelle?0&id=1242375
Carefully note the information provided on the site to avoid any issues with your application.
Please include
• a short CV
• current overview of your grades
• the keyword "T3-MK-RRC" as comment
in your application.
For any questions or further details regarding this thesis and the application process, please don't hesitate
to contact:
• TUM contact: nicolai.kroeger@tum.de, serkut.ayvasik@tum.de
• Forschungreferat T3 (ZITiS), Email: t3@zitis.bund.de
Prerequisites
Knowledge in the following fields is required:
• C/C++
Knowledge in the following fields would be an advantage:
• Mobile Communication 4G, 5G
Contact
• TUM contact: nicolai.kroeger@tum.de, serkut.ayvasik@tum.de
• Forschungreferat T3 (ZITiS), Email: t3@zitis.bund.de