A Study on Air-Gap Networks

With the increase in the internet dependence over the last few years, cyberattacks have manifested in various shapes and forms, such as hacking and malware distribution. Cyberattacks have caused collateral damage for the individuals as well as the organizations, by leaking information, bringing down systems, and damaging websites and networks. The implementation of network segregation technology has become imperative in mitigating the increasing occurrences of cyberattacks and safeguarding critical data belonging to nations and various industries. Air gapping is the act of isolating a computer or other device from any other device. Isolation ensures placing the air-gapped device in a separate physical location. This paper examines the air-gap network by studying the air-gap network and understanding the issues, problems, and practical challenges in implementing the network. The results of this survey and the subsequent analysis are intended to aid organizations in safeguarding their information by offering insights into air-gap networks, attacks, and prevailing trends in this domain.