oni-tara 0.4.0

TARA - Telemetry Awareness and Response Analyzer. A neural security platform for brain-computer interfaces with Kohno threat taxonomy and BCI privacy filtering.

TARA - Neural Security Platform

Telemetry Awareness and Response Analyzer

TARA is a comprehensive neural security platform for brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). It combines neural network simulation, attack modeling, real-time security monitoring, and interactive visualization in a unified framework aligned with the ONI 14-layer model.

Named after Tara, the Buddhist goddess of protection who guides travelers safely through darkness — with 8 forms protecting against 8 fears, just as TARA protects neural interfaces across all ONI layers.

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Overview

TARA provides:

• Neural Simulation: Biologically plausible neural network simulation with LIF, Izhikevich, and Hodgkin-Huxley neuron models
• Attack Simulation: Comprehensive attack pattern library for security testing (ransomware, DoS, gateway bypass, etc.)
• Neural Signal Assurance Monitoring (NSAM): Real-time anomaly detection and signal integrity validation
• Brain Topology Visualization: 3D brain visualization with electrode monitoring and region analysis
• Neural Firewall: ONI-aligned 7-layer (L8-L14) signal validation pipeline
• Neural Simulator: Interactive brain region security analysis with attack vectors and defenses
• BCI Node Network: Monitoring and connectivity visualization for distributed firewall nodes
• Unified Dashboard: Streamlit-based web interface for monitoring, testing, and analysis
• Neurosecurity Module: Kohno threat taxonomy (2009) and BCI privacy filtering (Bonaci et al. 2015)

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Installation

# Basic installation
pip install tara-neural

# With web UI support
pip install tara-neural[ui]

# With simulation features
pip install tara-neural[simulation]

# Full installation
pip install tara-neural[full]

# Development installation (from source)
cd MAIN/tara
pip install -e ".[full,dev]"

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Quick Start

Launch the Dashboard

tara ui

The dashboard opens at http://localhost:8501 with these pages:

Page	Section	Description
Dashboard	Monitoring	System status, alerts, BCI nodes, real-time metrics
Brain Topology	Monitoring	3D brain visualization with electrode monitoring
Neural Firewall	Monitoring	ONI L8-L14 validation pipeline
Signal Assurance	Monitoring	Live metrics, alerts management, event logs
Neural Simulator	Testing	Brain region security analysis
Attack Testing	Testing	Execute attack scenarios
Settings	Configuration	Thresholds, rules, system parameters

Python API

from tara import NeuralNSAM, AttackSimulator, NeuralFirewall, NeurosecurityMonitor
from tara.simulation import LayeredNetwork

# Create ONI-aligned neural network
network = LayeredNetwork.create_oni_model()

# Initialize Neural Signal Assurance Monitoring
nsam = NeuralNSAM()
session = nsam.start()

# Process incoming metrics
metrics = {"coherence": 0.75, "spike_rate": 50.0}
result = nsam.process(metrics)

if result and result.detected:
    print(f"Anomaly detected: {result.anomaly_type}")

# Stop monitoring
session = nsam.stop()
print(f"Processed {session.samples_processed} samples")

Run Attack Simulations

from tara.attacks import AttackSimulator
from tara.attacks.scenarios import get_scenario

simulator = AttackSimulator()
scenario = get_scenario("ransomware")

result = simulator.run_scenario(scenario)
print(f"Detection rate: {result.detection_rate:.1%}")
print(f"Block rate: {result.block_rate:.1%}")

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CLI Reference

# Launch web dashboard
tara ui --port 8501

# Run neural simulation
tara simulate --network oni --neurons 200 --duration 1000

# Execute attack scenario
tara attack --scenario ransomware --intensity 0.7

# Start monitoring
tara monitor --realtime

# List available resources
tara list patterns
tara list scenarios
tara list rules

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Architecture

TARA follows the ONI (Organic Neurocomputing Interface) 14-layer model:

BIOLOGICAL DOMAIN (L1-L7):
  L1-L7: Molecular → Behavioral (brain-side processing)

BRIDGE (L8):
  L8: Neural Gateway (primary security boundary - FIREWALL LOCATION)

SILICON DOMAIN (L9-L14):
  L9:  Signal Processing  - ADC, filtering, amplification
  L10: Protocol           - Data formatting, transmission rules
  L11: Transport          - Encryption, reliable delivery
  L12: Session            - Connection management, state tracking
  L13: Presentation       - Data interpretation, motor intention
  L14: Application        - End-user interfaces, identity & ethics

Brain Regions → ONI Layer Mapping

Region	Name	ONI Layer	Function
M1	Primary Motor Cortex	L13	Motor command execution
S1	Primary Somatosensory	L12	Tactile/proprioceptive processing
PMC	Premotor Cortex	L13	Movement planning
SMA	Supplementary Motor	L13	Sequence coordination
PFC	Prefrontal Cortex	L14	Executive function, decision-making
BROCA	Broca's Area	L14	Speech production
WERNICKE	Wernicke's Area	L14	Language comprehension
V1	Primary Visual	L12	Visual processing
A1	Primary Auditory	L12	Auditory processing
HIPP	Hippocampus	L11	Memory formation

Components

tara/
├── core/                  # ONI Framework security primitives
│   ├── coherence.py       # Coherence metric (Cₛ) calculation
│   ├── layers.py          # 14-layer model implementation
│   ├── firewall.py        # Neural firewall with decision matrix
│   └── scale_freq.py      # Scale-frequency invariant (f × S ≈ k)
│
├── simulation/            # Neural network simulation
│   ├── neurons/           # LIF, Izhikevich, Hodgkin-Huxley, Adaptive LIF
│   ├── synapses/          # Chemical, Electrical, STDP
│   ├── networks/          # Layered, Recurrent, Small-World
│   └── engine/            # Simulation execution engine
│
├── attacks/               # Attack simulation
│   ├── patterns.py        # Attack pattern definitions
│   ├── generator.py       # Attack signal generation
│   ├── scenarios.py       # Multi-stage attack scenarios
│   └── simulator.py       # Attack execution engine
│
├── nsam/                  # Neural Signal Assurance Monitoring (NSAM)
│   ├── events.py          # Event storage and management
│   ├── rules.py           # Detection rules engine
│   ├── detector.py        # Anomaly detection algorithms
│   ├── alerts.py          # Alert management
│   └── monitor.py         # Real-time monitoring
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├── data/                  # Data models
│   ├── brain_regions.py   # Brain region definitions (10 regions)
│   └── bci_nodes.py       # BCI node network models
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├── neurosecurity/         # Neurosecurity integration
│   ├── __init__.py        # ONI neurosecurity wrapper
│   └── integration.py     # Kohno rules, NeurosecurityMonitor
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├── visualization/         # Real-time visualization
│   ├── components/
│   │   ├── brain_topology.py      # 3D brain visualization
│   │   └── firewall_pipeline.py   # ONI L8-L14 pipeline
│   ├── embeds/
│   │   └── html_bridge.py         # ONI-visualizations embedding
│   └── themes/
│       └── oni_theme.py           # ONI color scheme
│
├── ui/                    # Web interface
│   └── app.py             # Streamlit dashboard
│
└── cli.py                 # Command-line interface

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Dashboard Features

Dashboard Page

• Real-time Signal Monitor: Coherence and spike rate charts (expandable)
• System Status: Monitor status, alerts, BCI nodes, network health, firewall pass rate
• Recent Alerts: Color-coded alert feed with severity levels
• BCI Node Network: Interactive topology visualization with node details

Brain Topology Page

• 3D Brain Visualization: Transparent brain mesh with electrode markers
• Region Highlighting: Click to focus on specific brain regions
• Electrode Metrics: Color-coded by spike rate, impedance, SNR, or status
• Thread Visualization: Electrode thread paths through cortex

Neural Firewall Page

• ONI L8-L14 Pipeline: 7-checkpoint validation pipeline
• Signal Processing: Process signals through each checkpoint
• Pass/Block Statistics: Per-checkpoint pass rates and block counts
• Checkpoint Details: Threshold values and validation rules

Neural Simulator Page

• 3D Brain with Regions: Color-coded by ONI layer (L11-L14)
• Region Security Analysis: Function, attack vectors, defenses per region
• Neuron Network Visualization: 3D neuron connections within regions
• ONI Layer Stack: Visual representation of full layer model

Attack Testing Page

• Attack Scenarios: Ransomware, DoS, gateway bypass, reconnaissance
• Attack Timeline: Stage-by-stage visualization
• Detection Metrics: Detection rate, block rate, response time, impact score

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Attack Patterns

TARA includes these predefined attack patterns:

Pattern	Type	Target	Description
phase_jitter	Phase Disruption	L8	Timing jitter to disrupt coherence
amplitude_surge	Amplitude Manipulation	L9	Sudden amplitude spikes
desync_wave	Desynchronization	L3	Disrupt neural synchrony
neural_ransomware	Ransomware	L6	Lock neural patterns
dos_flood	DoS Flooding	L8	Overwhelm signal processing
gateway_bypass	Layer 8 Gateway	L8	Bypass firewall validation
replay_attack	Signal Replay	L8	Replay captured signals
side_channel_leak	Side Channel	L9	Information leakage via timing

Region-Specific Attack Vectors

Region	Attack	Severity	Description
M1	Motor Hijacking	CRITICAL	Unauthorized motor commands
M1	Motor Lockout	CRITICAL	Signal suppression causing paralysis
PFC	Decision Manipulation	CRITICAL	Influencing decision-making
PFC	Identity Erosion	CRITICAL	Long-term personality alteration
BROCA	Speech Hijacking	CRITICAL	Forcing unintended speech
HIPP	False Memory Implant	CRITICAL	Creating fabricated memories
HIPP	Memory Erasure	CRITICAL	Disrupting memory consolidation

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Detection Rules

Predefined NSAM detection rules:

Rule	Type	Action
coherence_low	Threshold	Alert when Cₛ < 0.5
coherence_critical	Threshold	Block when Cₛ < 0.3
spike_surge	Threshold	Alert on spike rate > 200 Hz
dos_signature	Signature	Detect DoS attack pattern
ransomware_signature	Signature	Detect ransomware pattern
gateway_bypass	Signature	Detect bypass attempts

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Neurosecurity Module

TARA includes a neurosecurity module implementing foundational BCI security research:

Kohno Threat Taxonomy (2009)

Based on Denning, Matsuoka, & Kohno's seminal neurosecurity research, TARA detects three fundamental threat categories:

Category	CIA Property	Description	Example Attacks
Alteration	Integrity	Unauthorized signal modification	Signal injection, command tampering, stimulation manipulation
Blocking	Availability	Denial or suppression of signals	DoS flooding, signal suppression, jamming, motor lockout
Eavesdropping	Confidentiality	Unauthorized information extraction	Cognitive leakage, memory extraction, face recognition probes

Kohno Detection Rules

Rule	Category	Severity	Description
kohno_signal_injection	Alteration	Critical	Detects unauthorized signal injection
kohno_command_modification	Alteration	Critical	Detects tampering with motor commands
kohno_stimulation_tampering	Alteration	Critical	Detects unsafe stimulation parameters
kohno_neural_dos	Blocking	Critical	Detects signal flooding attacks
kohno_signal_suppression	Blocking	High	Detects malicious signal blocking
kohno_jamming	Blocking	Critical	Detects RF/EM jamming
kohno_motor_lockout	Blocking	Critical	Detects motor signal suppression
kohno_cognitive_leakage	Eavesdropping	Critical	Detects cognitive state extraction
kohno_memory_extraction	Eavesdropping	Critical	Detects memory content extraction
kohno_face_recognition_probe	Eavesdropping	High	Detects N170-based face probes
kohno_emotional_inference	Eavesdropping	High	Detects emotional state extraction
kohno_side_channel	Eavesdropping	High	Detects timing/power side channels

BCI Privacy Filtering

Inspired by Bonaci et al. (2015) research on BCI privacy, TARA includes:

• Privacy Score Calculator: Quantifies information leakage risk (0-1 scale)
• BCI Anonymizer: Filters privacy-sensitive ERP components while preserving motor commands
• ERP Classification: P300, N170, N400, ERN, LRP, CNV component identification

Usage Example

from tara import NeurosecurityMonitor, create_kohno_rules
from tara.nsam import RuleEngine

# Initialize neurosecurity monitor
monitor = NeurosecurityMonitor()

# Load Kohno rules into NSAM
engine = RuleEngine()
rules_loaded = monitor.load_kohno_rules(engine)
print(f"Loaded {rules_loaded} Kohno rules")

# Calculate privacy score
score = monitor.calculate_privacy_score(
    signal_data=[0.1, 0.2, 0.3, ...],
    detected_erps=["P300", "N170"]
)
if score:
    print(f"Privacy Risk: {score['score']:.2f}")
    print(f"Interpretation: {score['interpretation']}")

# Classify threat based on metrics
threat = monitor.classify_threat({
    "spike_rate": 600,
    "coherence": 0.2,
    "signal_entropy": 0.95,
})
if threat and threat['threats_detected']:
    for t in threat['threats']:
        print(f"Detected: {t['type']} ({t['category']})")

References

• Denning, T., Matsuoka, Y., & Kohno, T. (2009). Neurosecurity: Security and privacy for neural devices. Neurosurgical Focus, 27(1), E7.
• Bonaci, T., Calo, R., & Chizeck, H. J. (2015). App stores for the brain: Privacy and security in brain-computer interfaces. IEEE Technology and Society Magazine, 34(2), 32-39.

Note on BCI Anonymizer Patent: The related patent application (US20140228701A1) was abandoned and never granted. The concepts from the academic research are freely available for implementation.

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API Reference

Core Classes

# Coherence calculation
from tara import calculate_cs
cs = calculate_cs(phase_data, amplitude_data, frequency_data)

# Neural firewall
from tara import NeuralFirewall
firewall = NeuralFirewall(threshold=0.5)
decision = firewall.evaluate(signal)

# Attack simulation
from tara import AttackSimulator, AttackPattern
simulator = AttackSimulator(dt=0.1, seed=42)

# Neural Signal Assurance Monitoring
from tara import NeuralNSAM, AlertLevel
nsam = NeuralNSAM()
nsam.on_alert(lambda a: print(f"Alert: {a.title}"))

# Neurosecurity (Kohno + Privacy)
from tara import NeurosecurityMonitor, create_kohno_rules
monitor = NeurosecurityMonitor()
privacy = monitor.calculate_privacy_score(signal_data, detected_erps=["P300"])

Simulation Classes

from tara.simulation import (
    LIFNeuron,
    IzhikevichNeuron,
    LayeredNetwork,
    RecurrentNetwork,
    Simulator,
)

Data Models

from tara.data import (
    BrainRegion,
    BRAIN_REGIONS,
    Electrode,
    ElectrodeThread,
    ElectrodeArray,
    BCINode,
    BCINodeNetwork,
    create_demo_network,
)

Visualization

from tara.visualization.components import (
    BrainTopologyVisualization,
    FirewallPipelineVisualization,
    NeuralFirewall,
)
from tara.visualization.themes import ONI_COLORS, apply_oni_theme

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Requirements

• Python 3.9+
• NumPy >= 1.21.0
• SciPy >= 1.7.0

Optional:

• Streamlit >= 1.28.0 (for UI)
• Plotly >= 5.17.0 (for visualizations)
• Matplotlib >= 3.5.0 (for simulation plots)
• Pandas >= 1.4.0 (for data manipulation)
• scikit-learn >= 1.0.0 (for anomaly detection)

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Development

Project Structure

tara/
├── CLAUDE.md        # Claude AI instructions for updates
├── AGENTS.md        # Learnings from development sessions
├── README.md        # This file
├── pyproject.toml   # Package configuration
└── tests/           # Unit tests

Running Locally

# Install in development mode
pip install -e ".[full,dev]"

# Run UI
python -m streamlit run tara/ui/app.py --server.port 8505

# Run tests
pytest tests/ -v

Contributing

See CLAUDE.md for development conventions and update procedures.

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Related Projects

• ONI Framework - The underlying 14-layer BCI security model
• oni-framework - Python library for ONI primitives

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License

Apache 2.0 License

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Citation

If you use TARA in your research, please cite:

@software{tara2026,
  title={TARA: Telemetry Awareness and Response Analyzer},
  author={Qi, Kevin L.},
  year={2026},
  url={https://github.com/qikevinl/ONI}
}

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Changelog

v0.4.0 (2026-01-23)

• Added neurosecurity module with Kohno threat taxonomy (2009)
• Added 12 Kohno-based detection rules for NSAM
• Added BCI privacy filtering (Bonaci et al. 2015)
• Added NeurosecurityMonitor for real-time threat classification
• Added Privacy Score Calculator for information leakage risk assessment
• Integrated ONI Framework neurosecurity components

v0.3.0 (2026-01-22)

• Added Neural Simulator with brain region security analysis
• Added region-specific attack vectors and defenses
• Added ONI layer stack visualization
• Renamed Simulation to Neural Simulator
• Updated documentation with comprehensive CLAUDE.md and AGENTS.md

v0.2.0 (2026-01-22)

• Added visualization module with brain topology and firewall pipeline
• Added BCI node network monitoring
• Added ONI L8-L14 aligned firewall (7 checkpoints)
• Reorganized UI navigation into Monitoring/Testing/Configuration sections
• Consolidated BCI nodes to Dashboard

v0.1.0 (2026-01)

• Initial release
• Core modules: coherence, layers, firewall, scale_freq
• Simulation: LIF, Izhikevich, Hodgkin-Huxley neurons
• Attacks: 8 predefined patterns, scenarios
• NSAM: Real-time monitoring with detection rules
• CLI: Basic commands for ui, simulate, attack, monitor

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Documents: README.md, CLAUDE.md, AGENTS.md Modules: 9 | Sub-modules: 16 | Lines of Code: ~17,000 Last Updated: 2026-01-23