Title:Network Security and Cryptography: Threats, Obstacles and Solutions - A Bibliometric Analysis
Volume: 18
Issue: 2
Author(s): Purushottam Singh, Sandip Dutta and Prashant Pranav*
Affiliation:
- Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, 835215, Ranchi, India
Keywords:
Network security, cryptography, bibliometric review, internet, cyber threats, roadmap.
Abstract:
Background: In the wake of escalating cyber threats and the indispensability of robust
network security mechanisms, it becomes crucial to understand the evolving landscape of
cryptographic research. Recognizing the significant contributions and discerning emerging
trends can guide future strategies and technological advancements. Our study endeavors to
shed light on this through a bibliometric analysis of publications in the realms of Network Security
and Cryptography.
Method: To chronicle and synthesize the progression of research methodologies from their inception
to the present day, we undertook a comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis of Network
Security and Cryptography. Our data set was culled from the Clarivate Analytics Web of Science
Database, encompassing 3,897 papers, 603 sources, and 7,886 authors from across the
globe.
Results: Our analysis revealed a marked upsurge in cryptographic research since 1992, with
China standing out as a dominant contributor in terms of publications. Notably, while 'security'
and 'cryptography' emerged as recurrent research themes, there's an observable downtrend in
international collaborations. Our study also highlights pivotal topics shaping the network security
domain, offering insights into the trajectories of research source growth, structural variabilities
in research relevance, and prospective intellectual and collaborative avenues as guided by
authorship patterns.
Conclusion: Cryptographic research is on an upward trajectory, both in volume and significance.
However, the tapering of international collaborations and an evident need to concentrate
on emergent challenges, such as data privacy and innovative network attacks, emerge as notable
insights. This bibliometric review serves as a compass, directing researchers and academicians
towards areas warranting heightened attention, thereby informing the roadmap for future
investigative pursuits.
