Robust Active Learning (RoAL): Countering Dynamic Adversaries in Active Learning with Elastic Weight Consolidation

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2408.07364v2
• Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 01:05:23 GMT
• Title: Robust Active Learning (RoAL): Countering Dynamic Adversaries in Active Learning with Elastic Weight Consolidation
• Authors: Ricky Maulana Fajri, Yulong Pei, Lu Yin, Mykola Pechenizkiy,
• Abstract summary: This paper introduces Robust Active Learning (RoAL), a novel approach designed to address the challenge of developing robust active learning frameworks. We propose a new dynamic adversarial attack that poses significant threats to active learning frameworks. Second, we introduce a novel method that combines EWC with active learning to mitigate catastrophic forgetting caused by dynamic adversarial attacks.
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• License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
• Abstract: Despite significant advancements in active learning and adversarial attacks, the intersection of these two fields remains underexplored, particularly in developing robust active learning frameworks against dynamic adversarial threats. The challenge of developing robust active learning frameworks under dynamic adversarial attacks is critical, as these attacks can lead to catastrophic forgetting within the active learning cycle. This paper introduces Robust Active Learning (RoAL), a novel approach designed to address this issue by integrating Elastic Weight Consolidation (EWC) into the active learning process. Our contributions are threefold: First, we propose a new dynamic adversarial attack that poses significant threats to active learning frameworks. Second, we introduce a novel method that combines EWC with active learning to mitigate catastrophic forgetting caused by dynamic adversarial attacks. Finally, we conduct extensive experimental evaluations to demonstrate the efficacy of our approach. The results show that RoAL not only effectively counters dynamic adversarial threats but also significantly reduces the impact of catastrophic forgetting, thereby enhancing the robustness and performance of active learning systems in adversarial environments.

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