Creating and Detecting IPv6 Transition Mechanism-Based Information Exfiltration Covert Channels

The Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) transition opens a wide scope for potential attack vectors. IPv6 transition mechanisms could allow the set-up of covert egress communication channels over an IPv4-only or dual-stack network, resulting in full compromise of a target network. Therefore effective tools are required for the execution of security operations for assessment of possible attack vectors related to IPv6 security.