Secure Digital Systems
We focus on the security of digital systems, including computers, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and embedded systems, which increasingly integrate artificial intelligence. Our goal is to make both conventional and intelligent systems resilient to real-world attacks.
Our research addresses vulnerabilities in these technologies. They range from physical information leakages, which is unintentional exposure of sensitive information through observable physical signals, such as power consumption, to implementation flaws. We explore a broad spectrum of solutions, from cryptographic algorithms to secure hardware architectures, to enhance the reliability and trustworthiness of these digital systems.
By analyzing attack vectors and fault scenarios, we develop defense mechanisms that ensure secure operation, even under critical conditions. This includes investigating how emerging and traditional systems can withstand both current and future threats while maintaining core functionality. A particular focus here is on applying effective security measures across all system layers.
Our mission is to deliver practical, integrated solutions that can be deployed in both existing and next-generation systems. This way, we are contributing to the development of secure, trustworthy digital architectures capable of withstanding attacks and faults.
Led by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Elif Bilge Kavun, our group explores how established security techniques can be adapted to meet the demands of evolving technologies. Prof. Kavun also holds the Chair of Secure Digital Systems at the Faculty of Computer Science, TU Dresden, jointly appointed with the Barkhausen Institut.
Who we are
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Elif Bilge Kavun Research Group Leader
M.Sc. Giuseppe Manzoni Associate Researcher
M.Sc. Shekoufeh Neisarian Associate Reseacher
B.Sc. George Attia Student Assistant
Hannes Hacker Student Assistant
B.Sc. Ali Alper Sakar Student Assistant