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Tahawul Tech
03-03-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
NTT DATA and Palo Alto Networks enhance private 5G security for industrial deployments
NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and IT services, recently announced a new managed security service powered by Palo Alto Networks industry-leading technologies to enhance private 5G security in industrial and operational technology (OT) environments. Delivered as a turnkey managed service, the innovative offering provides enterprises with a Private 5G network with the visibility and security needed in today's OT environments. Combining Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), OT/ IOT subscriptions with NTT DATA's Private 5G architecture, the new offering empowers clients with improved network visibility, access control and automated threat detection and response capabilities. With Palo Alto Networks NGFW, organisations can apply a Zero Trust security posture, incorporating machine learning (ML) to safely enable only the relevant connections, applications and protocols needed for their network. The NTT DATA Private 5G and Palo Alto Networks offering is easy to set up and manage, seamlessly integrating into enterprise IT/OT environments, allowing organisations to focus on new ideas and innovation while ensuring a high level of security. 'NTT DATA and Palo Alto Networks are creating a new standard for private 5G security and changing what's possible for industrial connectivity', said Shahid Ahmed, Group EVP of Edge Services at NTT DATA. 'By combining Palo Alto Networks advanced cybersecurity capabilities with NTT DATA Private 5G, we're empowering enterprises to securely embrace the next wave of digital transformation and drive innovation with confidence'. Private 5G networks are transforming industries such as manufacturing, healthcare and transportation. They bring fast and reliable connectivity to the edge and deliver seamless and secure communication in complex industrial environments. According to the 2024 State of OT Security report from Palo Alto Networks and ABI Research, 70% of industrial organisations experienced a cyberattack on their OT environment in the last year. Almost 25% of these organizations suffered attacks that led to operational shutdowns and disrupted business continuity. Tackling the visibility gap While private 5G networks are secure by design, features such as end-to-end encryption, which hides communications between devices to ensure the data is private and secure, can hide threats. This can limit deep visibility into network traffic and device activity, leaving security teams unable to proactively monitor and detect threats effectively. 'As security threats continue to rise across industries, enterprises are facing increased challenges protecting their critical infrastructure and data. The rapid expansion of IoT and OT devices is further compounding these risks creating a growing attack surface. Yet, companies still see security as an add on when it needs to be built into the initial design of the network. This is where Private 5G with its inherent security features and advanced measures are making security an integral part of the network', said Alejandro Cadenas, Associate Vice President at IDC. With this news, NTT DATA and Palo Alto Networks are solving this challenge. This unique offering provides: Real-time visibility: Clients can now gain insights into encrypted data from connected devices, traffic patterns and communications. Device profiling: Machine learning algorithms identify and analyse IoT and OT devices based on behaviour and risk. Zero trust security: Strict access controls ensure only authorised devices and applications can communicate. Automated threat detection: AI-driven tools quickly detect and remediate threats. Fully managed service: NTT DATA offers the solution as a fully managed service, bringing experience in both private 5G and network security to new and existing clients. 'As enterprises embrace 5G to accelerate digital transformation, security must be the cornerstone of that evolution', said Anand Oswal, SVP and GM, Network Security at Palo Alto Networks. 'Through our partnership with NTT DATA, we are enabling enterprises to fast-track their digital transformation with confidence by securing their networks and protecting critical data'. Tailored for industrial connectivity The new managed service is designed for industries that rely on secure, connected environments. Manufacturers can monitor devices and mitigate risks in real-time, energy companies can safeguard critical systems and transport operators can protect against disruptions to keep operations running smoothly. Roularta Media Group recently adopted NTT DATA's Private 5G network to modernise its global printing facilities and enable new use cases such as intelligent asset tracking and push-to-talk communications to streamline operations and improve productivity. The company is intrigued with making its OT network more secure. 'We recently deployed NTT DATA's Private 5G network to improve productivity across our facilities and unlock innovative use cases across our global printing operations. The implications of this network security enhancement will be a game changer for our business', said Luc Neysens, CIO of Roularta Media Group. Image Credit: NTT DATA
Associated Press
26-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
OneLayer Unveils Enhanced Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) Integration for Private LTE/5G With Palo Alto Networks
BOSTON, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- OneLayer, the premier provider of private LTE/5G operational management and security solutions, today announced a new integration with Palo Alto Networks, the global cybersecurity leader, designed to address the challenges of deploying large-scale cellular devices efficiently. This collaboration integrates Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) with comprehensive security management, streamlining the onboarding process and enhancing network security. Enterprises often face obstacles when deploying SIM-based devices at scale. This new integration combines OneLayer's expertise in SIM provisioning, activation, and device management, including onboarding validation, device authentication, and authorization, with Palo Alto Networks advanced 5G enabled next generation firewall (NGFW) technology. With the automated Zero Touch edge onboarding provided by OneLayer, enterprises gain a smooth deployment experience. OneLayer first provisions and activates the NGFW's SIM profile, then it fingerprints the device. Only then, after assuring it's a valid device, does it register the Palo Alto Networks 5G enabled NGFW with Panorama, its central management platform, and connect it to the Palo Alto Networks Zero Touch Provisioning service, where the device automatically receives configuration updates and connects securely, ensuring a fully protected branch setup. 'Together with OneLayer, a Private 5G ecosystem partner, Palo Alto Networks is revolutionizing private cellular network adoption by integrating an AI-powered Zero Trust security approach with device provisioning, enabling critical industries to achieve digital transformation,' said Leonid Burakovsky, VP, 5G Security Product Management at Palo Alto Networks. The ZTP integration offers streamlined and secure onboarding by reducing manual processes, allowing enterprises to achieve faster rollouts with minimal errors, realize quicker ROI from their cellular network deployments, and efficiently scale their networks. Additionally, it reduces rollout costs for devices. 'Through our integration, we're ensuring enterprises can manage their private cellular networks with the same strictness and efficiency as their IT networks,' said Avishag Daniely, OneLayer VP Product. 'This solution bridges the security gap, providing operational excellence and streamlined management.' Palo Alto Networks NGFWs deliver prevention-focused architecture that simplifies security management, while OneLayer Bridge™ offers an easy integration experience across network components, enabling Zero Trust device and network management. The new integration will be showcased at MWC 2025. Visit the Palo Alto Networks and OneLayer booths to experience firsthand the advanced capabilities of this collaboration. SOURCE OneLayer
