4 WISPAMERICA 2022 I MARCH 14 - 17, 2022 www.bekabusinessmedia.com DAY 1 Nexusguard, a DDoS cybersecurity solution provider, launched the Nexusguard’s VoIP Protection Solution, a cloud-based managed anti-DDoS solution to protect the three critical VoIP components: IP Links, Session Border Controllers (SBC) and DNS domains for wireless internet service providers (WISPs). According to Nexusguard’s research data, the past couple years have been hectic for ISPs and users because of a rise in DDoS attacks aimed at VoIP providers. Bad actors adopted a combination of TCP, UDP, SIP and DNS attacks to bring down targeted VoIP services. Attacks were seen over 100Gbps with high packet rate over millions per second, resulting in network congestion, call failure and poor quality. “Attackers recognized the importance of SBC and to bring down SBC, they sent multi-vector attacks towards the target using a mixture of TCP, UDP and SIP attacks. Besides SBC and IP link being the victims, SIP domains are also under attack,” said Juniman Kasman, chief technology officer of Nexusguard, “When SIP domains become unavailable, users are unable to register themselves for SIP calls. To ensure uptime availability of VoIP services, IP link, SBC and DNS are the critical elements that require protection.” Wireless internet service providers with VoIP services could be at risk of the same type of DDoS attacks and a well-planned defense strategy will help WISPs avoid unnecessary service issues. Nexusguard’s VoIP Protection Solution involves two flagship DDoS protection products: Origin Protection and DNS Protection. Nexusguard’s Origin Protection is designed to protect mission-critical services across a network from L3/4 and L7 attacks. When a VoIP network is under attack, the Cloud Diversion App will trigger auto-announcement of the VoIP service block. A /24 BGP route will be announced through Nexusguard, diverting attacks to Nexusguard’s globally distributed network of scrubbing centers. Clean traffic can then be returned to customers through the Direct Connect/GRE tunnel. VoIP providers can implement Nexusguard DNS Protection as their authoritative or secondary DNS, either by replacing or augmenting their existing DNS infrastructure. In either case, organizations receive a scalable and secure DNS network to ensure the best possible experience for their users. To help simplify the DDoS problem, Nexusguard has launched the “DDoS Simplified Program” for WISPs. This solution includes: • Protection that WISP’s need at a price that makes business sense • Fully managed DDoS protection solution to protect their network infrastructure and critical applications (websites, DNS) • 24 x 7 monitoring, attack detection and auto-diversion • Optional partnership program that enables WISPs to sell new cybersecurity services within 15 days • NO CAPEX purchase m To learn more about the DDoS Simplified program for WISPs and the Nexusguard’s VoIP Protection Solution, visit https://www.nexus guard.com/wispa or contact the solution team at contact@nexusguard.com or visit booth #708. Nexusguard Launches Managed DDoS Protection Leading into WISPAMERICA 2022, Aiken said the industry faces the same major issues it always has including access to capital, access to spectrum and grappling with regulatory environments designed for much larger companies. “If government can recognize the specific needs of the community-based ISP industry and develop policies that encourage those folks to improve and grow their businesses, America as a whole will be better off,” Aiken said. The months of planning have paved off, as WISPAMERICA has had to add exhibitor space for the show, to get all the new hardware, software and services displayed so attendees can see the latest advances in the ecosystem, Aiken related. “I am very excited about the way we’ve built the agenda so that attendees really get a lot of value for their stay here in New Orleans,” he said. “This is a must-attend event.” For WISPAMERICA newbies, Aiken said firsttime attendees can take some practical steps to maximize what they get from the show. Among his tips: • Have plenty of business cards • Wear comfortable shoes • Stay hydrated • Take advantage of co-located events “But really, I think the best advice is to map out where you want to go via our agenda on Attendee Mobile, especially for the panels,” Aiken said. “The exhibition hall is a spot – a big one, but it’s in one place. The panels and their times, you can’t attend them all, so an attendee needs to be a little more strategic in this regard. “There is literally something for every taste and interest in the industry – from the operational, to new equipment, to regulatory, etc. – and we’ve provided easy access to the information so an attendee can make the most of his or her experience here,” he said. Although COVID-19 finally has been regulated to a fourth- or fifth-tier story in the news because of rapidly declining case counts and hospitalizations, WISPAMERICA 2022 still has numerous precautions in place to keep all attendees safe. “Chief among these is partnering with Louisiana state, local and city officials, as well as with representatives of the hotel and exhibition space hosting the event, to ensure that all health codes and other COVID-related guidelines are strictly maintained and followed,” Aiken said. “Current COVID rules for the City of New Orleans can be found here: COVID Restrictions – NOLA Ready [http://ready.nola.gov]. All those exhibiting and attending WISPAMERICA 2022 will be required to comply with these, or other regulations (should they occur).” Aiken added that while New Orleans has lifted its mask requirement, it is likely its vaccine and negative COVID test protocols will remain. This is why attendees were screened when they registered to ensure they were either vaccinated or have tested negative for COVID-19. “As to the latter, test results are only good for 72 hours, so some attendees who depended on a negative test for entry will have to get another test for the remaining part of their stay,” Aiken said. “We we are offering those on-site for a fee.” Because this will be his final show as President & CEO, Aiken said he wants the event to be great. “I’d love to see this be a successful show both for WISPA and our industry. That means we are able to provide top-level education and access for our members to the latest knowledge, gear and networking that will make their businesses better and their lives easier,” he said. m (Continued from page 1) Claude Aiken, WISPA President & CEO
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