The Future of Security in 5G:  Trends and Growth

Join us at NETSCOUT as we explore the future of security in 5G with Darren Anste, Chief Security Technologist from NETSCOUT and Mitch Wagner of Fierce Networks. In this insightful discussion, Darren highlights the evolving landscape of distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks, emphasizing the increasing sophistication and persistence of these threats. He explains how NETSCOUT leverages AI and automation to enhance threat intelligence and protect both wireline and mobile environments. The conversation delves into the role of AI in building actionable intelligence and the ongoing battle between defenders and attackers using AI. Darren also discusses the unique challenges 5G presents, including the migration of bad traffic from wireline to mobile networks and the importance of extending security solutions to cover these new threats. Mitch and Darren conclude by examining the motivations behind DDoS attacks, from gaming to geopolitics, and how NETSCOUT's expertise in deep packet inspection and smart data provides a robust defense for customers. They also touch on the importance of DDoS suppression and identifying top offenders within networks to mitigate threats at the source.