Understanding 5G Network Security

Name: Understanding 5G Network Security
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Protecting and Securing Today's Most Advanced Wireless Network

Created byBrian Newman

Last updated 12/2021

English

What you'll learn

Value the importance of securing and protecting 5G wireless networks
Identify the biggest threats to 5G wireless network communications
Identify and manage risks and threats in the 5G network security landscape
Specify the infrastructure necessary for thorough 5G network security
Enumerate specific steps to protect 5G wireless networks today and tomorrow

Course content

9 sections • 56 lectures • 4h 47m total length

Course Welcome and Introduction3:20
This session will introduce the student to the course and provide insight into the topics and material that will be covered in understanding 5G network security.
High Level Overview of Course4:36
Learn why 5G networks are critical to the 4th Industrial Revolution and why securing them is crucial. A summary of course sections is provided as well.
Key Aspects of 5G Network Security6:50
Understand the key aspects and technology that have made 5G network security more important and more critical.
5G Network Security in the News2:24
Understand and learn about why 5G is in the news and is being highlighted in industry publications.
Reinforcing the Importance of 5G Network Security4:33
Learn why 5G becomes increasingly important when data becomes a commodity and everything is connected.

Section 2 Introduction1:17
Learn about the content of this section which focuses on the evolution of public wireless networks.
Evolution of Wireless Networks that Led to 5G7:25
Learn how wireless networks have evolved from 1G to 5G and beyond. Each generation provides exponentially more capabilities.
Architecture Changes in Wireless Networks12:56
Understand how wireless network architecture has changed over generations to today's 5G NSA and NR standard.
Key Components of 5G Networks4:52
Obtain insight into the essential components that make 5G more capable than any previous wireless generation.
Potential Vulnerabilities and Risks8:36
Get an in-depth understanding of the many vulnerabilities and major risks that 5G networks face. Learn about the active engagement companies and businesses need to take to counter them.
Business and Commerical Application Evolution in Wireless5:41
Learn about the business and commercial application evolution that paralleled changes in wireless network architecture.
Section 2 Summary1:24
A summary of the content within Section 2.
Section 2 Quiz

Section 3 Introduction0:57
Introduction to content in Section 3.
5G Standards Bodies7:50
Learn and become familiar with the standards bodies and organizations that define the architecture and operation of 5G networks. These include:

3GPP
ITU
IETF
IEEE, and
Linux Foundation
5G Non-Standalone Networks4:56
Understand the architecture that supports 5G Non-Standalone (NSA) networks. These will be what is initially deployed to provide 5G wireless service over new and existing radiofrequency spectrum.
5G Standalone Networks6:38
Learn about 5G Standalone Networks (SA) and the key components of them that will provide full 5G capabilities.
Current Deployment Status3:36
Learn about 5G deployment as SA and NSA around the world. One country is actually dominating investment in 5G technology.
UE, RAN, and Core Threats8:10
Understand the key threats to 5G User Equipment (UE), the Radio Access Network (RAN), and the Core network
Section 3 Summary0:54
Review material and information covered in Section 3.
Section 3 Quiz

Section 4 Introduction1:09
Introduction to Section 4 and the content that will be discussed.
Design Principles for 5G Networks7:24
Learn and understand the key design considerations and principles in implementing robust security for 5G wireless networks.
Cyber Security Best Practices11:40
Focus on implementing solid cybersecurity processes and practices for 5G wireless networks. Learn more about what these are.
5G Physical Layer Security6:57
Learn about the importance of protecting the physical layer for 5G networks.
5G WLAN Security9:45
5G network security extends to wireless LANs. Understand the relationship and importance of network security for 5G WLANs.
Securing 5G Networks Holistically6:18
We have to take a comprehensive view to protect 5G wireless networks. Understand how to secure and protect 5G networks holistically.
Current Regulatory and Governmental Impacts5:48
There are a number of government and regulatory impacts to 5G. Understand and assess what those are today.
Section 4 Summary0:56
Review the content and information of Section 4.
Section 4 Quiz

Section 5 Introduction0:43
Understand the forthcoming content for this section on 5G Network Security infrastructure.
Customer Edge Switching4:33
Learn about Customer Edge Switching (CES) and the benefits that it has to 5G networks.
SDN/NFV Security Monitoring8:47
Understand and learn about SDN and NFV security and, in particular, its importance to 5G wireless networks.
Securing IoT8:33
Learn about the importance of securing IoT and how that factors in 5G wireless network security.
VNF and CNF Security8:14
Cloud and MEC Security8:49
Learn about the role that cloud and MEC security have in 5G wireless networks.
Section 5 Summary0:36
Review the content provided in Section 5.
Section 5 Quiz

Section 6 Introduction1:08
Understand the content and session discussions in Section 6.
Subscriber Privacy7:05
Understand the need for subscriber privacy and key support that 5G wireless networks provide.
Secure Communications6:11
Learn and define what Secure Communications is and why it is relevant to 5G wireless communications.
Centralized Identity Management7:38
Understand how Centralized Identity Management supports the authorization and authentication of user equipment, subscribers, and applications in a 5G wireless network.
RAN and Core Network Security5:28
Learn about key components of 5G network security for the Radio Access Network (RAN) and the 5G Core.
Roaming Security7:14
Understand the implications for network security and the structure for roaming in 5G wireless networks.
Section 6 Summary0:35
Review the material provided in Section 6.
Section 6 Quiz

Section 7 Introduction0:53
Learn about the content of Section 7 and the information that will be covered.
Protocol Vulnerabilities8:32
Understand the protocol vulnerabilities in 5G networks and the actions that can be taken to mitigate or resolve them.
AKA Attacks8:22
Learn what AKA attacks are and the several ways they occur in 5G wireless networks.
Disclosure of Subscriber Unique Identifier6:08
Learn about the threats to Subscriber Unique Identifiers in 5G wireless networks and actions that can be taken to protect this information.
Spectrum and Network Slicing Attacks5:52
Understand the threats posed by spectrum and network slicing in 5G wireless networks. Find out how to mitigate these before they happen.
Policies and Standards, Supply Chain, and Architecture7:03
Learn about the impacts of policies and standards to 5G network security. Also, understand the impacts of supply chain risks and architecture risks for 5G networks.
Section 7 Summary0:40
Review the content covered in Section 7.
Section 7 Quiz

Section 8 Introduction0:54
Learn about the content of this course provided in Section 8.
Access Control Standards and Processes6:33
Learn and understand access control standards and processes for the physical aspects of 5G wireless networks.
Systems Surveillance and Monitoring5:12
Understand the importance of systems surveillance and monitoring in 5G networks.
Network Access Security4:16
Learn about Network Access Security and its critical role in managing User Equipment access and control to 5G wireless networks.
Cell Site Security5:57
Understand and learn about the importance of cell site security in 5G wireless networks.
Section 8 Summary0:43
Briefly review the content provided in this section.
Section 8 Quiz

Requirements

Basic knowledge of major network security issues facing information technology companies
Basic knowledge of network engineering and telecommunications
Working knowledge of wireless communications networks, especially regarding 5G

Description

5G wireless technology is the catalyst to the 4th Industrial Revolution. It is the spark and fuel that will drive new products and services for endless connectivity across devices with unparalleled bandwidth and exceptionally low latency.

If everything is connected, then the impact of a breach or denial of service becomes that much more impactful. 5G networks will be software-centric riding huge cloud platforms in the core and at the edge. The risk is real, and hackers and bad actors will seek out any vulnerabilities.

Security is one of my biggest concerns as carriers build out and deploy 5G networks. I recently spoke on this very topic at the 2021 Linux Foundation Open Networking and Edge Summit. I created this course to drive home the importance of 5G network security and help you build infrastructure, applications, and services that keep security at the forefront.

In this course, you will learn the:

Importance of securing and protecting 5G wireless networks today!
Biggest threats to 5G wireless networks and how to mitigate or prepare for them.
5G network security landscape and how it impacts 5G wireless networks.
Infrastructure necessary for 5G network security, and
Practical steps necessary to protect your 5G network.

Join me in this crusade to protect the next generation of wireless technology and let's make the technological leap safer and more secure!

Who this course is for:

Network engineers needing more knowledge of 5G security threats and mitigation.
Network operations and security assurance managing and monitoring 5G networks
Network security managers and engineers building and protecting 5G networks
Corporate IT and networking engineering staff considering 5G applications or private 5G network solutions
Anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of 5G wireless communication and 5G security standards

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Course content

Introduction and the Critical Nature of 5G Network Security5 lectures • 22min

The Evolution of Wireless Networks7 lectures • 42min

Fundamentals of 5G Wireless Networks7 lectures • 33min

5G Network Security Landscape8 lectures • 50min

5G Network Security Infrastructure7 lectures • 40min

Core Principles for Network Security7 lectures • 35min

Vulnerabilities, Attack Vectors, and Mitigation7 lectures • 38min

Physical Security for 5G Networks6 lectures • 24min

Conclusion2 lectures • 4min

Requirements

Description

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