Artificial Intelligence in Practice

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being applied in the fields of cyber security and digital forensics. The book delves into the cutting-edge techniques that are reshaping the way we protect and investigate digital information. From identifying cyber threats in real-time to uncovering hidden evidence in complex digital cases, this book offers practical insights and real-world examples. Whether you’re a professional in the field or simply interested in understanding how AI is revolutionizing digital security, this book will guide you through the latest advancements and their implications for the future.

• Includes application of AI in solving real cyber security and digital forensics challenges, offering tangible examples;
• Shows how AI methods from machine / deep learning to NLP can be used for cyber defenses and in forensic investigations;
• Explores emerging trends and future possibilities, helping readers stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving field.

Prof. Dr. S.S. Iyengar is currently the Distinguished University Professor, Founding Director of the Discovery Lab, and Director of the US Army-funded Center of Excellence in Digital Forensics at Florida International University, Miami. He is also the Distinguished Chaired Professor at National Forensics Sciences University, Gandhinagar, India. He was awarded the 2023 Karnataka Rajyotava Award (Karnataka State’s 2nd Highest Civilian Award) on November 1st, 2023. He has been involved with research and education in high-performance intelligent systems, Data Science and Machine Learning Algorithms, Sensor Fusion, Data Mining, and Intelligent Systems. His work has been featured on the cover of many scientific journals like IEEE Transactions and the National Science Foundation’s Breakthrough Technologies report to the US Congress by his research group in both 2014 and again in 2016.

Sina Nabavi is a Research Assistant at Florida International University. Currently, he is interested in two vast domains of AI-inspired research and software development. Natural Language Processing is a key research topic.

Yashas Hariprasad is currently a Ph.D. candidate and holds the role of Graduate Research Scientist at the prestigious FINDS Center of Excellence in Florida International University, Miami. He is actively involved in research conducted at the US Army-funded FINDS Digital Forensics Center of Excellence under the guidance of Dr. S. S. Iyengar. Yashas possesses a strong foundation in Python, Machine Learning, Digital Forensics, and Cybersecurity. Outside of his research pursuits, Yashas also took on leadership responsibilities by serving as the founding vice president of the Artificial Intelligence and Coding Club at FIU in 2022, President of ISA, President of HSC, and Ph.D. Representative of the KFSCIS Student Advisory Council. Before embarking on his Ph.D. journey, he obtained a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Computer Science and Engineering from SIT, Tumkur, India, in 2020.

Prasad B Honnavalli is a Professor in Computer Science and Engineering, focused on all aspects of Information Security, Networks, and Internet of Things. He is Director for PESU Centre for Information Security, Forensics and Cyber Resilience (C-ISFCR). He is also Director for the PESU Centre for Internet of Things with a focus on Security (C-IoT). He has multiple partnerships\consultancy with start-ups and growth companies. Occasionally speaks on Information Security.

Dr. C. Krishna Mohan is currently a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad), India. He has been with IIT Hyderabad since 2009. He worked as Dean of Public and Corporate Relations, IIT Hyderabad, from Jan 2020 till Jan 2022. He was also the Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, IIT Hyderabad, from May 2010 till October 2014. He serves as a reviewer for several reputed international conferences and IEEE journals and is a Senior Member of IEEE, Member of ACM, AAAI Member, Life Member of ISTE, Fellow of IEI, IETE, and TAS. In 2023-2024, he was awarded with the prestigious Fulbright-Nehru International Education Administrators Seminar fellowship.