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Enhancing Network Security: Spotlight on Satellite Communications Risks

Local networking and maintenance specialist Des Little, MD of black-owned Computer Pro, says local companies will have to up their security as SA's telecommunications industry is deregulated. Little says local companies and local telecoms service providers are going to have . . . . Local networking and maintenance specialist Des Little, MD of black-owned Computer Pro, says local companies will have to up their security as SA's telecommunications industry is deregulated. Little says local companies and local telecoms service providers are going to have to spread their security blankets to ensure they cover Internet and wireless LANs, as well as satellite communications, which are often more prone to intrusion or attacks, such as Internet Protocol address spoofing, than the more traditional types of networks. Little says network security is a high priority among overseas and local corporates but is often only centred on the obvious network security threats, those which focus on Internet and wireless LANs. "People generally seem to overlook satellite communications, certainly in this country, because it is still at the fringe of new-world communicating. But arguably the biggest risk, in terms of network security, comes from satellite communications. The problem with satellite communications is that the degree of security built into commercial satellite services, which are used around the globe by the commercial sector, can be somewhat limited. Control is also difficult due to the fact that the satellites themselves are launched into space. The link for this article located at ITWeb is no longer available. . Des Little emphasizes the importance of improved safety measures in regional telecommunications due to deregulation, drawing attention to vulnerabilities with satellite systems.. Satellite Communications, Telecoms Security, Cyber Security Insights. . Anthony Pell

Jul 08, 2003 • Anthony Pell Network Security