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This paper describes an Advanced Train Control System (ATCS) simulation environment created using the Network Simulator 2 (ns-2) discrete event network simulation system. The ATCS model is verified using ATCS monitoring software, laboratory results and a comparison with a mathematical model of ATCS communications. The simulation results are useful in understanding ATCS communication characteristics and identifying protocol strengths, weaknesses, vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques. By setting up a suite of ns-2 scripts, an engineer can simulate hundreds of possible scenarios in the space of a few seconds to investigate failure modes and consequences. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper describes the implementation of a customized intrusion detection and event monitoring system for a SCADA/sensor testbed. The system raises alerts upon detecting potential unauthorized access and changes in device settings. By markedly increasing the logging of critical network events, the system shows dramatic improvements in both the security and overall auditing capabilities. In addition to its role in securing SCADA networks, the system assists operators in identifying common configuration errors. Keywords: Intrusion detection, real-time monitoring, SCADA networks [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]