Security and Communication Networks is a peer-reviewed journal that focuses on security protocols, approaches, and techniques applied to various types of information and communication networks. Originally a Wiley title, the journal transitioned to full open access under a pilot partnership between Wiley and Hindawi starting from 1st January 2017. While remaining a Wiley title, it is now published and hosted by Hindawi, leveraging Hindawi expertise in open access publishing.
Objective:
The journal aims to advance the understanding and application of security measures across wired, wireless, and optical transmission platforms. It provides a platform for researchers, academics, and practitioners to publish original research, reviews, and practical insights into security challenges and solutions in modern communication networks.
Focus Areas:
Topics covered in Security and Communication Networks include, but are not limited to:
Security protocols and architectures
Cryptographic techniques and algorithms
Network intrusion detection and prevention
Cybersecurity in wired, wireless, and optical networks
Privacy and anonymity in communication systems
Network resilience and threat mitigation
Secure communication protocols for IoT and smart systems
Risk assessment and management in network security
Impact:
The journal significantly contributes to advancing cybersecurity research by fostering the dissemination of innovative ideas and methodologies. It influences the development of robust security solutions that address emerging threats in communication networks, enhancing the reliability and trustworthiness of digital communication infrastructures.
Significance:
Security and Communication Networks is significant for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers interested in cybersecurity and network security. It offers valuable insights into cutting-edge research, best practices, and practical approaches to securing information and communication technologies (ICT). The open access format ensures wide accessibility and visibility of published articles.
Journal Home: Journal Homepage
Editor-in-Chief: Roberto Di Pietro
scope:
Security and Communication Networks journal includes but is not limited to:
Security Protocols: Development and analysis of security protocols for protecting network communications.
Cryptographic Techniques: Advances in cryptographic algorithms and methods for securing data transmission.
Network Security: Techniques and strategies to enhance security in wired, wireless, and optical networks.
Privacy and Anonymity: Technologies and methodologies for ensuring privacy and anonymity in communication networks.
Intrusion Detection and Prevention: Systems and methods for detecting and mitigating network intrusions.
Secure Communication Systems: Design and implementation of secure communication systems across various network infrastructures.
Cybersecurity Challenges: Addressing emerging cybersecurity threats and challenges in modern communication networks.
Print ISSN: 19390114,
Electronic ISSN: 19390122
Abstracting and Indexing: Scopus, Science Citation Index Expanded
Imapct Factor 2023: 1.29
Subject Area and Category: Computer Science, Computer Networks and Communications, Information Systems
Publication Frequency:
H Index: 65
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Q2: Computer Networks and Communications
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Cite Score: 2.6
SNIP: 0.594
Journal Rank(SJR): 0.494
Latest Articles: Latest Articles in Security and Communication Networks
Guidelines for Authors: Security and Communication Networks Author Guidelines
Paper Submissions: Paper Submissions in Security and Communication Networks
Publisher: Hindawi Limited
Country: Egypt
