The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded the University of Virginia (UVA) a $278,815 CAREER grant under the Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) program. The 5-year project titled "FOUNDATIONAL PRINCIPLES FOR HARNESSING PROVENANCE ANALYTICS FOR ADVANCED ENTERPRISE SECURITY" aims to develop automated techniques for rapid detection, investigation, and response to stealthy cyber threats within modern data centers. The project will focus on leveraging data provenance - the detailed tracking of data origins, handling, and evolution - to enhance system transparency and security. Key research objectives include unifying provenance data collection, implementing graph-based threat detection models, and constructing AI-powered automated incident response frameworks. The project also includes educational initiatives to equip diverse students with critical cybersecurity skills. This work is expected to contribute to more robust enterprise security defenses against advanced persistent threats, supporting national security goals.
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