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DATE: 17 Feb 2011
MANET is self-configuring and self-maintaining network composing of mobile nodes that communicate over wireless channel
Characteristics of MANET
Ø Communication via wireless.
Ø Dynamic network topology.
Ø Nodes can perform the roles of both hosts and routers.
Ø Energy constrained.
Ø Limited security.
Ø Autonomous, no infrastructure needed.
Ø No centralized controller
Two kinds of attack: passive eavesdropping and active interference.
These attacks could target a number of devices or services in MANETS such as wireless channels, routing protocols, high applications, or even security mechanisms themselves
