Using Explainable AI for Neural Network-Based Network Attack Detection

Qingtian Zou, Lan Zhang, Xiaoyan Sun, Anoop Singhal, Peng Liu

Abstract: Neural network (NN)-based network intrusion detection systems (NIDSs) are becoming popular these days due to their notable advantages. This article reviews the current application of explainable artificial intelligence techniques and tools for explaining the behavior of the NIDS.