Distributed Intrusion Detection in Dynamic Networks of UAVs using Few-Shot Federated Learning
Addressing the challenges of distributed intrusion detection in high-speed, dynamic Flying Ad-hoc Networks (FANETs)—characterized by constrained communication bandwidth, privacy sensitivity, stringent energy limitations, and frequent link disruptions—this paper proposes a novel framework integrating Few-Shot Learning (FSL) with Federated Learning (FL). Uniquely embedding FSL into the FL training pipeline, our approach drastically reduces dependency on labeled data at both local and global levels, cutting required training samples for routing attack detection by over 60%. It simultaneously ensures end-device privacy preservation, ultra-low-power operation, and robustness against packet loss. Experimental results demonstrate significant reductions in communication overhead and computational latency, alongside extended UAV battery lifetime. The framework establishes an efficient, secure, and sustainable paradigm for distributed intrusion detection in resource-constrained, highly dynamic edge networks.