Confronting the Reproducibility Crisis: A Case Study of Challenges in Cybersecurity AI

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2405.18753v2
• Date: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 03:29:18 GMT
• Title: Confronting the Reproducibility Crisis: A Case Study of Challenges in Cybersecurity AI
• Authors: Richard H. Moulton, Gary A. McCully, John D. Hastings,
• Abstract summary: A key area in AI-based cybersecurity focuses on defending deep neural networks against malicious perturbations. We attempt to validate results from prior work on certified robustness using the VeriGauge toolkit. Our findings underscore the urgent need for standardized methodologies, containerization, and comprehensive documentation.
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• Abstract: In the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity, ensuring the reproducibility of AI-driven research is critical to maintaining the reliability and integrity of security systems. This paper addresses the reproducibility crisis within the domain of adversarial robustness -- a key area in AI-based cybersecurity that focuses on defending deep neural networks against malicious perturbations. Through a detailed case study, we attempt to validate results from prior work on certified robustness using the VeriGauge toolkit, revealing significant challenges due to software and hardware incompatibilities, version conflicts, and obsolescence. Our findings underscore the urgent need for standardized methodologies, containerization, and comprehensive documentation to ensure the reproducibility of AI models deployed in critical cybersecurity applications. By tackling these reproducibility challenges, we aim to contribute to the broader discourse on securing AI systems against advanced persistent threats, enhancing network and IoT security, and protecting critical infrastructure. This work advocates for a concerted effort within the research community to prioritize reproducibility, thereby strengthening the foundation upon which future cybersecurity advancements are built.

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