# Overview of RIS-Enabled Secure Transmission in 6G Wireless Networks

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/2312.02728 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/2312.02728/

## Key facts

- Cited by 2 papers in the map (data through 14 Oct 2026).
- First posted on arXiv 5 Dec 2023.

## Built on by (most cited first, 2 of 2)

- [Trustworthy AI-Driven Dynamic Hybrid RIS: Joint Optimization and Reward Poisoning-Resilient Control in Cognitive MISO Networks](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2604.01238/) (2026)
- [When Critics Disagree: Adaptive Reward Poisoning Attacks in RIS-Aided Wireless Control System](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2605.20037/) (2026)

## Abstract (arXiv)

As sixth-generation (6G) wireless communication networks evolve, privacy concerns are expected due to the transmission of vast amounts of security-sensitive private information. In this context, a reconfigurable intelligent surface (RIS) emerges as a promising technology capable of enhancing transmission efficiency and strengthening information security. This study demonstrates how RISs can play a crucial role in making 6G networks more secure against eavesdropping attacks. We discuss the fundamentals, and standardization aspects of RISs, along with an in-depth analysis of physical-layer security (PLS). Our discussion centers on PLS design using RIS, highlighting aspects like beamforming, resource allocation, artificial noise, and cooperative communications. We also identify the research issues, propose potential solutions, and explore future perspectives. Finally, numerical results are provided to support our discussions and demonstrate the enhanced security enabled by RIS.