Make Your VoIP System Secure
There are a lot of tempting benefits that lure more and more traditional phone users to switch to VoIP phone systems: Less expensive phone service, bountiful features, high flexibility, less phone wiring, you name it.
However, don’t overlook the potential risks you are facing. Because VoIP is an Internet-based communication system, it could be as vulnerable as any other Internet-based devices. To avoid IP-based threats such as identification theft, phishing (spam), and IP worms/ viruses, it’s important to take precautions.
How to Secure Your VoIP Network
Some enterprises choose to separate their VoIP network applications from other networks so that when the harmful activities happen on other networks, VoIP network won’t be affected; however, this solution is usually high cost involved. Below are some other common methods to secure your VoIP.
Authentication and Encryption: The system only allows traffic from recognizable sources. Advanced authentication may require both ends of the communication to authenticate each other to enforce the defence.
VoIP Firewalls: Firewall is a protection between your VoIP network system and the outer data. It filters out the suspicious data when it goes in and out of the network.
Antivirus programs: Use gateway and host-based antivirus programs to protect VoIP servers. VoIP Supply carries Internet Security Appliances to provide a comprehensive gateway security solution and VPN connectivity.
Update System: Choose to deploy the latest security equipment. If your system is outdated, remember to update it frequently to defend new threats.
Keep Awareness: Keep your eyes on the VoIP system. Take action when you spot any issues and educate yourself to be familiar with the latest attacking techniques.
With proper precaution, you can make your VoIP lines as secure as traditional telephony. If you have questions about how to enforce your VoIP security, please don’t hesitate to give us a call at 866-582-3715. We are here to help you with anything for VoIP.
