Software Defined Networking as a Defense Mechanism: A Systematic Literature Review
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CybersecurityAbstract
Software Defined Networking (SDN) has emerged as a leading paradigm in modern network infrastructure due to its programmable and centralized architecture. However, its flexibility also introduces new security vulnerabilities. This paper presents a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) based on three peer-reviewed publications to examine how SDN can function as an effective cyber defense mechanism. The study highlights policy-based control, intrusion detection integration, and machine learning-based software fingerprinting as key techniques. It also discusses major challenges such as controller vulnerabilities, real-time limitations, and data availability. The review concludes with recommendations for future research to strengthen the resilience and scalability of SDN security frameworks.
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