Mobile Network Security

Securing Next-Generation Mobile Networks with Advanced Software-Defined Security

Mobile Network Security

With the deployment of small cells, distributed RANs, and RAN sharing, mobile networks face increasing threats.

Operators must manage growing traffic complexity and comply with strict security mandates. 6WIND’s Mobile Network Security solution meets these challenges with its software-defined SecGW, FW, and CGNAT, securing data between radio cell sites and the mobile core, ensuring compliance with regulations while maintaining performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.

Key Challenges

Overcoming the Limitations of Traditional Hardware-Based Mobile Network Security

Rigid, Expensive Hardware Solutions

Traditional hardware security solutions from vendors like Juniper, Cisco, and Nokia use costly chassis systems and specialized cards, leading to scaling inefficiencies and increased operational costs.

End-of-Life Service Cards

Many MNOs face aging infrastructure challenges with service cards reaching end-of-life, forcing costly hardware upgrades or maintenance of outdated systems, increasing costs and operational inefficiencies.

Lack of Flexibility and Agility

Chassis-based systems are rigid and slow to adapt to the dynamic needs of modern networks, lacking the agility for scaling security, securing new services, or responding to new threats.

Adoption of Telco Cloud Infrastructure

MNOs are shifting towards Telco Cloud infrastructure, necessitating scalable, flexible, software-defined solutions compatible with cloud-native architectures, a shift away from traditional hardware solutions.

Increasing Regulatory Demands

Stricter regulatory requirements, especially in Europe, challenge traditional hardware solutions that struggle with implementing and scaling traffic encryption, logging, and auditing effectively.

Cost-Effective, Scalable, and Future-Proof Security for Mobile Networks

Overcome these challenges with 6WIND

Cloud-Native and Telco Cloud Integration

Fully compatible with cloud-native platforms like Kubernetes and Red Hat OpenShift, 6WIND’s solution optimizes resource use, automates operations, and enhances scalability, reducing OPEX.

Cost Reduction with COTS Hardware

6WIND’s software-based solution uses cost-effective, standard COTS servers, reducing CAPEX and offering flexibility and scalability while maintaining performance and security in modern mobile networks.

Flexible, Scalable Deployment Options

6WIND’s solution can be deployed on bare metal, as a VNF, or CNF, offering the ability to scale as needed without costly hardware, supporting rapid expansion in scenarios like 5G and IoT.

Automation & Integration with OSS/BSS

6WIND’s solution automates security services end-to-end, integrating seamlessly with OSS/BSS to reduce manual operations, lower operational costs, and speed up service delivery.

Regulatory Compliance & Security Assurance

6WIND’s solution automates security services end-to-end, integrating seamlessly with OSS/BSS to reduce manual operations, lower operational costs, and speed up service delivery.

Future-Proof Investment

By adopting 6WIND’s software-defined, Telco Cloud-compatible solution, operators protect their investment against obsolescence, ensuring adaptability to future technologies and maximizing ROI.

6WIND’s Product suite

Comprehensive, Software-Defined Security for Mobile Networks

6WIND’s Mobile Network Security solution is entirely software-based, supporting flexible deployment options like bare metal, VNF, and CNF, and fully integrates with Telco Cloud and cloud-native ecosystems. The solution’s architecture facilitates end-to-end automation through robust APIs, enhancing operational efficiency, speeding up service deployment, and maintaining security throughout the network.

The 6WIND vSecGW Router, part of the VSR suite, delivers scalable, high-performance security to address end-to-end protection needs for CSPs and enterprises.

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The 6WIND vCGNAT Router delivers high-scale NAT to address IPv4 exhaustion, deployable on COTS servers across bare-metal, virtual, and cloud environments.

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The 6WIND vFW Router, part of the VSR suite, is a high-performance L3/L4 firewall delivering scalable, efficient security for virtualized and cloud environments.

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Tailored Professional Services, including consultation, design, deployment, and support, to ensure seamless implementation and ROI.

Experts guide your team, providing training for confident network management. 6WIND’s robust ecosystem of hardware and software vendors ensures compatibility with top-quality COTS servers and components for flexible, optimized performance. Additionally, a global network of partners provides localized support, helping you meet your Mobile Network Security goals with resources and assistance tailored to your needs, ensuring effective and efficient outcomes.

Some Use Cases

Broadband Evolution in Action: Real-World Applications

RAN Sharing & Multi-Operator Networks

6WIND’s SecGW maintains encryption in RAN Sharing scenarios, protecting user data and preventing unauthorized access across shared infrastructures.

Securing the N6/Gi LAN Interface

6WIND’s Firewall and CGNAT components safeguard N6/Gi LAN access points, defending against DDoS attacks and unauthorized access, while ensuring compliance.

Private 5G Networks

6WIND’s Mobile Network Security solution protects Private 5G networks with robust encryption and firewall protection, supporting secure operations in sectors like manufacturing and healthcare.

MVNO Security

6WIND ensures MVNOs can securely use MNO infrastructure, providing encrypted communications and robust defenses against cyber threats.

DDoS Protection for Mobile Networks

6WIND’s Firewall equips MNOs with tools to combat DDoS attacks, preserving service continuity and network integrity.

Efficient IPv4 Resource Management:

Facing IPv4 exhaustion, 6WIND’s CGNAT efficiently manages public IP addresses, crucial for sustaining performance and security in large mobile networks.

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