In the world of IP-based communication, several critical components ensure reliable and secure voice and video traffic. Among these are softswitches and SBCs, or Session Border Controllers, as they play a vital role in VoIP communication; however, many service providers get confused while selecting between a Session Border Controller and a Softswitch. Often, they have […]
Old school phone lines are a thing of the past; modern-day digital business communication leverages SIP trunking to connect business phone systems over the internet in a flexible, scalable, and secure manner. However, with all the benefits SIP trunking brings, it comes with a few challenges as well, and that’s where a Session Border Controller […]
For years, SBCs have been an indispensable part of the SIP-based VoIP networks. SBCs protect these networks from various types of cyber-attacks. And, that’s just one reason. SBCs also add quality to the flow of communication. Talking about the evolution of SBCs, initially, hardware-based SBCs were the only option to secure the network perimeters. Their […]
In today’s threat-filled digital world, security is a key non-negotiable for any business, right? Every enterprise needs a robust and effective security mechanism to protect its network from hackers and cyber attackers. While Firewalls are among the first security mechanisms, with time and change, SBCs or Session Border Controllers have become a more popular choice. […]
You have a robust firewall installed to secure your business network. But then why do industry experts recommend Session Border Controllers or SBCs to safeguard networks? This is because firewalls are built to guard against traditional threats. Today, businesses have to deal with a wide range of vulnerabilities in VoIP traffic. SBCs offer comprehensive defense […]
Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) trunking is a widely known communication solution that allows businesses to connect their existing PBX system to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) through the internet. This technology has gained popularity due to its cost-effectiveness, scalability, and ability to integrate with other communication technologies. However, if you are not familiar with […]
Fraudulent Spoofed Calling is one of the most popular methods used by scammers to trick their targets into revealing their personal or sensitive information which they can use to steal money or perform other fraudulent activities. By using this method, scammers are able to change the caller ID to any number other than the actual […]
Telecom fraud is on a continuous rise and is one of the biggest sources of revenue loss amongst Telcos. As per a report from CFCA Fraud Loss Survey, Telecom Fraud Losses have increased by 28% between the years 2019 and 2021. The onset of the pandemic in 2020, further escalated telecommunications fraud and security threats. […]
VoIP Network is becoming the most needed element in modern business communication. Although there is much cost-effectiveness and convenience associated with VoIP, it has its limitations when it comes to safety. As a communication provider, if you are using VoIP you will need a Session Border Controller (SBC) to mitigate the threats from network-based attacks. […]
Whether it is because of the lower costs or the latest multimedia messaging, conferencing and unified communications (UC) applications, SIP has emerged as a leading industry standard. However, like any other technology, there are several security issues related to SIPs and this is where SBCs play their part. Why You Need to Upgrade Your SBC? […]
