6 papers
Provenance of AI-Generated Images: A Vector Similarity and Blockchain-based Approach
Jitendra Sharma, Arthur Carvalho, Suman Bhunia
Rapid advancement in generative AI and large language models (LLMs) has enabled the generation of highly realistic and contextually relevant digital content. LLMs such as ChatGPT w…
OmniAcc: Personalized Accessibility Assistant Using Generative AI
Siddhant Karki, Ethan Han, Nadim Mahmud +3
Individuals with ambulatory disabilities often encounter significant barriers when navigating urban environments due to the lack of accessible information and tools. This paper pre…
Analyzing The Mirai IoT Botnet and Its Recent Variants: Satori, Mukashi, Moobot, and Sonic
Angela Famera, Ben Hilger, Suman Bhunia +1
Mirai is undoubtedly one of the most significant Internet of Things (IoT) botnet attacks in history. In terms of its detrimental effects, seamless spread, and low detection rate, i…
The 23andMe Data Breach: Analyzing Credential Stuffing Attacks, Security Vulnerabilities, and Mitigation Strategies
Ryan Holthouse, Serena Owens, Suman Bhunia
In October 2023, 23andMe, a prominent provider of personal genetic testing, ancestry, and health information services, suffered a significant data breach orchestrated by a cybercri…
Breaking the Vault: A Case Study of the 2022 LastPass Data Breach
Jessica Gentles, Mason Fields, Garrett Goodman +1
Managing the security of employee work computers has become increasingly important as today's work model shifts to remote and hybrid work plans. In this paper, we explore the recen…
Unraveling Log4Shell: Analyzing the Impact and Response to the Log4j Vulnerabil
John Doll, Carson McCarthy, Hannah McDougall +1
The realm of technology frequently confronts threats posed by adversaries exploiting loopholes in programs. Among these, the Log4Shell vulnerability in the Log4j library stands out…