Security Position Paper Network Function Virtualization

whitePaper | October 11, 2022

ESET researchers recently described Wslink, a unique and previously undocumented malicious loader that runs as a server and that features a virtual-machine-based obfuscator. There are no code, functionality or operational similarities that suggest this is likely to be a tool from a known threat actor; the complete analysis of the malware can be found here.

whitePaper | April 19, 2022

Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (Amazon VPC) enables you to launch AWS resources into a virtual network that you've defined. This virtual network closely resembles a traditional network that you'd operate in your own data center, with the benefits of using the scalable infrastructure of AWS

whitePaper | June 15, 2023

The 5TONIC co-creation laboratory was launched in 2015 to provide an open environment where members from services, users and SMEs can collaborate with the telecom community on specific 5G mobile research and innovation projects. The aim is to support innovation and help organizations work together to develop and deliver market-ready 5G solutions, technology applications and business ventures. 5TONIC promotes joint project development, entrepreneurial ventures, discussion fora, events and conferences with focus on 5G mobile technology, supporting members along the technological cycle from research to practical business application.

whitePaper | July 7, 2022

This strategy explains the reasons for migrating to VMware Cloud on Amazon Web Services (AWS), the steps that your organization can take to ensure that the transition is smooth and effective, and changes required in the operating model to support the new cloud environment. Your organization might encounter several challenges during the migration. Planning and following the right strategies can help you achieve the best business outcomes.

whitePaper | May 25, 2022

vSphere with Operations Management offers the most trusted virtualization platform with critical operational enhancements in performance monitoring and capacity management. It is designed for businesses of all sizes to run applications at high service levels and maximize hardware savings through higher capacity utilization and consolidation ratios. IT can gain visibility into virtual environments, proactively identify and remediate emerging performance issues, and optimize resource utilization through a unified console. On average, customers see tremendous benefits beyond using vSphere alone: 36 percent reduction in application downtime, 30 percent increase in hardware savings, and 26 percent decrease in time spent on troubleshooting issues1 .

whitePaper | June 13, 2023

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) leads the nation’s effort to understand, manage, and reduce cybersecurity risk, including by supporting Federal Civilian Executive Branch agencies in evolving and operationalizing cybersecurity programs and capabilities. CISA’s Zero Trust Maturity Model (ZTMM) provides an approach to achieve continued modernization efforts related to zero trust within a rapidly evolving environment and technology landscape. This ZTMM is one of many paths that an organization can take in designing and implementing their transition plan to zero trust architectures in accordance with Executive Order (EO) 14028 “Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity” § (3)(b)(ii),1 which requires that agencies develop a plan to implement a Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA). While the ZTMM is specifically tailored for federal agencies as required by EO 14028, all organizations should review and consider adoption of the approaches outlined in this document.