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Stir/Shaken Implementation: A Step-by-Step Guide for Service Providers

  The fight against fraudulent robocalls has elevated in importance for telecom service providers in the age of digital communication. The United States' Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has required the use of the Stir/Shaken architecture as a solution to this problem. A collection of protocols called Stir/Shaken seeks to authenticate and confirm the source of phone calls, hence lowering the frequency of fraudulent faked calls. We will take service providers step-by-step through the implementation of Stir/Shaken in this detailed guide.   Knowing how to stir/shake n : - It is essential to first understand the Stir/Shaken basics. The basic ideas, as well as the responsibilities of the Secure Telephone Identity (STI) Policy Administrator, the Certificate Authority (CA), and the Verification Service Provider (VSP), will be explained in this section. We will look at how to identify and verify the identity of the calling person using digital certificates and cryptographic sig

How to Secure Your Class 4 Softswitch

  Class 4 softswitches , which serve as the foundation of contemporary telecommunications networks, are essential for routing voice traffic among carriers and for effective communication. Softswitches are a prime target for cyberattacks due of their crucial role, though. To safeguard sensitive information, avoid unauthorised access, and preserve the integrity of your network architecture, it is essential to secure your Class 4 softswitch . The best practises for protecting a Class 4 softswitch will be covered in detail in this extensive book, covering a variety of topics such network design, access restrictions, encryption, and monitoring.   Understanding Class 4 Softswitches : -     Definition and Function: Describe Class 4 Softswitches ' function and importance in telecom networks . Security is important. Describe why it is crucial to secure Class 4 softsw