Engin Kirda

Engin Kirda is a researcher at the Department of Distributed Systems, Vienna University of Technology. His work focuses on Network Security, Malware Detection, and Web Security, with a particular emphasis on Malware Analysis, XSS Prevention, and Botnet Detection. He has led and contributed to projects such as WOMBAT, SECoverer, and SysSec, funded by entities like the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG) and the European Commission.

• Research Areas: Network Security, Malware Analysis, Web Application Vulnerabilities
• Key Projects: WOMBAT (2008–2011), SECoverer (2008–2011), SysSec (2010–2014)

His publications highlight advancements in automated malware analysis, phishing detection, and web spam mitigation. He has mentored students in topics including Android security, CSV Attack Prevention, and Malware Threat Landscapes.