An Intelligent Reinforcement Learning–Based Method for Threat Detection in Mobile Edge Networks

ABSTRACT Traditional techniques for detecting threats in mobile edge networks are limited in their ability to adapt to evolving threats. We propose an intelligent reinforcement learning (RL)–based method for real‐time threat detection in mobile edge networks. Our approach enables an agent to continuously learn and adapt its threat detection capabilities based on feedback from the environment. Through experiments, we demonstrate that our technique outperforms traditional methods in detecting threats in dynamic edge network environments. The intelligent and adaptive nature of our RL‐based approach makes it well suited for securing mission‐critical edge applications with stringent latency and reliability requirements. We provide an analysis of threat models in multiaccess edge computing and highlight the role of on‐device learning in enabling distributed threat intelligence across heterogeneous edge nodes. Our technique has the potential, significantly enhancing threat visibility and resiliency in next‐generation mobile edge networks. Future work includes optimizing sample efficiency of our approach and integrating explainable threat detection models for trustworthy human–AI collaboration.