Andreas Westfeld

Andreas Westfeld is a Professor at the Faculty of Informatics and Mathematics, specializing in advanced research at the intersection of information security and digital media. His work addresses critical challenges in steganography, watermarking, and multilateral security systems.

• Current affiliation: Faculty of Informatics and Mathematics
• Academic rank: Professor

Westfeld’s research focuses on steganography and steganalysis, with particular emphasis on vulnerabilities in audio and image-based data hiding systems, countermeasures against attacks, and cryptographic applications. His work also explores multimedia security and digital forensics, contributing to the understanding of attack models and secure protocol design.

Recent publications highlight advancements in audio steganography, JPEG steganalysis, and watermarking techniques. Key themes include sensitivity analysis, regression-based restoration, and spatial analysis adapted to transformed domains. This body of work underscores his leadership in developing robust information security strategies for multimedia environments.