MITM Attack Simulation

Network Traffic Interception and Security Analysis

Overview

A Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attack is a cybersecurity threat in which an attacker secretly intercepts and, in some cases, modifies communication between two systems without their knowledge.

This project simulates a controlled MITM attack using Python-based networking tools to demonstrate packet interception, traffic monitoring, and network analysis. The implementation is intended solely for educational and research purposes to improve understanding of network security concepts.

Objectives

• Demonstrate the workflow of a Man-in-the-Middle attack
• Capture and analyze network packets
• Observe communication between network hosts
• Understand security risks associated with unsecured communication
• Promote awareness of defensive network security practices

Technologies Used

Python

Scapy

Wireshark

linux

Features

Features

• Packet sniffing and capture
• Network traffic interception
• Packet analysis and inspection
• Communication monitoring
• Experimental result generation

Project Structure

mitm-attack-simulation/ │── src/ # Source code │── results/ # Output and analysis │── README.md │── requirements.txt

Installation

Clone the repository

git clone https://github.com/yourusername/mitm-attack-simulation.git
cd mitm-attack-simulation

Install dependencies

pip install -r requirements.txt

Run

python src/main.py

Security Considerations

The project is intended for controlled laboratory environments only. Performing MITM attacks on networks without authorization is illegal and unethical. The implementation should be used exclusively for educational, research, and defensive cybersecurity training.

Results

The simulation demonstrates successful packet interception and traffic monitoring within a controlled environment. Generated outputs include captured packets, traffic logs, and network analysis that illustrate how unsecured communication can be exposed during a MITM attack.

Conclusion

This project provides a practical demonstration of Man-in-the-Middle attacks and highlights the importance of secure communication protocols, encrypted traffic, and network security best practices. It serves as an educational resource for understanding both offensive techniques and defensive cybersecurity measures.

Author

Thrishika B.Tech CSE (AI)