HO CHI MINH

UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE

Background in
Programmable Data Planes
Cao Xuan Nghiem, Le Quang Ba Linh, Le Quynh Thu, Tran Hoang Nam, Nguyen Quang Minh, Le Hoang Phuc,
Hoang Thao Chi

1. ABSTRACT
Network assaults exhibit a tendency of rising attack intensity, expanded variety, and more covert attack tactics. Switches with
customizable data planes can support more network protocols than SDN (software defined network) switches with fixed-
function data planes. This paper reviews studies on programmable data planes based on P4 for network security issues.

2. INTRODUCTION 4. EVALUATION
An SDN controller keeps a global view of network Evaluating the background on programmable data planes
topology, making network management more efficient requires assessment of its clarity, completeness, relevancy,
than legacy approaches. SDN devices do not allow data accuracy, organization, balance, and practicality. It should
plane programmability. They only recognize a fixed set of provide a comprehensive overview of key concepts and
header fields defined by a communication protocol such principles, offer a balanced view of benefits and
as OpenFlow. P4 programs can run on different challenges, and provide practical information for real-
platforms without modifying the runtime world use. A well-written background should offer valuable
insights into programmable data planes and their impact on
application.
modern networking.

3. METHOD
P4 Architectures: P4 architecture aims to specify a model
for programming the processing of packets, which can be
implemented on different target devices. The architecture
includes PISA, PSA, and TNA, which represent different
forwarding modes that can be utilized.
P4 programmable device: P4-programmable devices
allow programmers to select network processing
algorithms and specific packet processing nodes. This
includes hardware and software switches, NICs, and
network appliances. The PSA, which encompasses switches,
NICs, NetFPGAs, and virtualized data planes such as P4-
OVS and P4rt-OVS, is presented differently depending on
the devices' role.
P4-programable Devices and TCP performance: P4
programmable devices and tcp performance: P4
programming improves TCP performance by allowing
custom packet processing schemes to address congestion,
low link utilization, and unfairness issues. This provides
more precise control and enhances protocol performance.
5. CONCLUSION
Programmable data planes enhance modern networking
with dynamic traffic processing for increased flexibility
and control. They drive innovation and have potential to
transform the field, with growing use.
ACKNOWLEDMENT
We would like to thank our teacher, team members for their
invaluable support in the creation of this poster on "Background
Programmable Data Planes". Thank you for your contributions
and support.
6. REFERENCE
http://ce.sc.edu/cyberinfra/docs/publications/TCP-P4-
Survey.pdf