Optimized intrusion detection and secure data management in IoT networks using GAO-Xgboost and ECC-integrated blockchain framework
摘要
The rapid proliferation of the Internet of Things (IoT) has introduced a wide array of cybersecurity challenges, particularly due to the heterogeneity and resource-constrained nature of IoT devices. Centralized data storage systems, commonly employed in traditional IoT architectures, are increasingly prone to single points of failure, data breaches, and unauthorized access. Despite advancements in blockchain and machine learning, existing solutions often lack scalability, efficient threat detection, and adaptability to diverse IoT environments. To bridge this gap, we propose a novel framework that integrates a Genetic Algorithm-Optimized XGBoost (GAO-XGBoost) model with an Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC)-enabled blockchain architecture. In this framework, ECC ensures lightweight yet robust data encryption, while blockchain facilitates secure, immutable, and decentralized storage. The GAO-XGBoost model leverages genetic algorithms for effective feature selection, significantly improving intrusion detection performance in real-time IoT traffic scenarios. Experimental evaluation on a benchmark dataset demonstrates that the proposed system achieves 98% accuracy, a 97% true positive rate (TPR), and 97.4% recall, outperforming existing methods. This framework effectively mitigates advanced cyber threats, offering a secure, scalable, and intelligent IDS tailored for modern IoT and Industrial IoT (IIoT) networks.