Security

Residential proxies and decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePINs) are technologies that enable end users to participate in semi-anonymous communications similar in function to virtual private networks (VPNs) by essentially sharing their broadband connection with anonymous third-party users. These types of networks are not new, but they have become more popular, easier to set up (sometimes […]

Threats to internet routing infrastructure are diverse, persistent and changing — leaving critical communications networks susceptible to severe disruptions, such as data leakage, network outages and unauthorized access to sensitive information. Securing core routing protocols — including the Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) and the Resource Public Key Infrastructure (RPKI) — is an integral facet of […]

In recent years, the U.S. government has undertaken efforts to adopt a zero trust architecture strategy for security to protect critical data and infrastructure across federal systems. It has also urged critical infrastructure sectors — including the broadband industry — to implement zero trust concepts within their networks. The industry plays a key role in […]

This year has been a particularly interesting one for cybersecurity. Notable incidents and other areas of focus in cybersecurity set the backdrop for “Hacker Summer Camp 2024” in Las Vegas in August. Topics frequently alluded to during this year’s conferences included: Increased focus on critical infrastructure — Critical infrastructure is increasingly complex, distributed and difficult […]

We are witnessing a transformation in the security landscape across all aspects of our digital world. As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated and frequent, they pose new challenges for individuals and organizations alike. A single security breach can have crippling consequences for potentially millions of internet users — from the disruption of daily life and […]

The sudden rise of highly capable artificial intelligence (AI) has brought immense opportunities for beneficial innovation and advancement. However, alongside its benefits, AI also presents unique challenges concerning online abuse and threats to security and privacy. Recognizing the urgency of addressing these issues, the Messaging, Malware, and Mobile Anti-Abuse Working Group (M3AAWG) has taken a […]

Reliable and secure routing is essential for the connectivity of critical communications networks, ensuring that data packets reach their intended destinations without being intercepted, altered or dropped. Inadequate routing security can make the entire network susceptible to attacks such as Internet Protocol (IP) spoofing, route hijacking and man-in-the-middle attacks. With the increasing complexity and ubiquity […]

In the digital age, cybersecurity is the first line of defense against an ever-expanding and continually evolving array of threats. The increasing sophistication of cyber threats and a deepening dependence on interconnectivity have elevated cybersecurity technologies from a peripheral consideration to a critical priority. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, but safeguarding digital integrity is a […]

Ransomware continues to wreak havoc on global industry, governments, individuals and enterprises. Research shows that more than a third of all businesses were victims of ransomware in 2021, and now over a quarter of all malware has been reprovisioned for ransom. Ransomware is the result of malicious attackers compromising a system or network and exfiltrating […]

Billions of Internet of Things (IoT) devices have been added to the internet over the past several years. During that time, millions of insecure IoT devices have contributed to massive Distributed Denial of Services (DDoS) attacks, exposing end users’ private data. To address the problem of insecure IoT devices, CableLabs participates in and contributes to […]