Boosting Accuracy in Intrusion Detection Systems: A Comprehensive Examination of Dimensionality Reduction and Classification Methods

  • J. Suriya Prakash*
  • , Chandra Haasitha Guntupalli
  • , Snehitha Narasani
  • , N. N. Srinidhi
  • , S. Kiran
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Accurate classification of diverse attack types remains a challenge in network intrusion detection. This study employs Linear Discriminant Analysis (LDA) as a preprocessing step to improve the classification accuracy of machine learning algorithms applied to network traffic data. Using the CICIDS2017 dataset, popular classifiers such as Decision Trees, Naive Bayes, SVM, Logistic Regression, K-nearest Neighbors, and Random Forest are evaluated. Experiments are conducted with varying test sizes (0.2, 0.5, 0.7) to assess the generalizability of results. The findings indicate that LDA significantly enhances classification accuracy, precision, and recall for numerous classifiers compared to scenarios without LDA. Notable improvements are observed across different algorithms and test size configurations. Additionally, scenarios where classifiers without LDA achieve comparable results are identified, providing insights for algorithm selection in practical applications. This research contributes to optimizing intrusion detection systems and cybersecurity applications by offering a comprehensive understanding of LDA's role in enhancing algorithmic performance on the CICIDS2017 dataset. https://github.com/haasi003/Quantitative-overview-ofimproving-cybersecurity-classification-algorithms-with-LDA

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2nd IEEE International Conference on Networks, Multimedia and Information Technology, NMITCON 2024
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350372892
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024
Event2nd IEEE International Conference on Networks, Multimedia and Information Technology, NMITCON 2024 - Hybrid, Bengaluru, India
Duration: 09-08-202410-08-2024

Publication series

Name2nd IEEE International Conference on Networks, Multimedia and Information Technology, NMITCON 2024

Conference

Conference2nd IEEE International Conference on Networks, Multimedia and Information Technology, NMITCON 2024
Country/TerritoryIndia
CityHybrid, Bengaluru
Period09-08-2410-08-24

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition
  • Information Systems
  • Information Systems and Management
  • Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
  • Media Technology

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