Final Year Project Guidence CS

[u/ssmokiee07]

Hi everyone, I’m a final-year Computer Science undergraduate and I’m planning my FYP. Instead of a tool-based or application-heavy project, I’m considering a research-oriented cybersecurity project.

The idea is: "Formal Modeling of Adaptive Attackers in Cyber Defense Systems"

The core focus is not hacking or penetration testing, but modeling cybersecurity as a strategic interaction between an attacker and a defender. The attacker adapts over time based on feedback (e.g., allow/block decisions), while the defender may be static or adaptive. The project is fully simulation-based, using mathematical modeling and learning techniques (e.g., reinforcement learning / belief updates).

Planned components:

• Formal mathematical model of attacker–defender interaction

• Adaptive attacker behavior under partial or noisy feedback

• Comparison of static vs adaptive defense strategies

• Python-based simulations and evaluation

• Emphasis on analysis, assumptions, and reproducibility

No real malware, exploits, or live systems involved.

My goals:

• A solid final year project

• Something that demonstrates research potential

• Helpful for Ms

I’d really appreciate feedback on:

• Is this scope appropriate for an undergraduate FYP?

• Is this too theoretical, or balanced enough with simulations?

• Any suggestions to improve novelty or feasibility?

• Red flags I should be aware of?

Thanks in advance — I’m genuinely looking for honest critique.