Nokia has introduced what it describes as Europe’s most comprehensive anti-DDoS solution by deploying Deepfield Defender across NL-ix’s network.
This advanced system is touted as a significant advancement for internet exchange points (IXPs) in the fight against distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, aiming to enhance data centers’ security and operational resilience.
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The deployment of the Nokia Deepfield Defender represents a significant step in fortifying NL-ix’s interconnection services for data centers. The solution leverages AI-driven big data analytics to detect and mitigate DDoS threats almost instantaneously, using Nokia FP5-based routers to handle these attacks directly. This approach minimizes or eliminates impact on customer traffic, ensuring a robust defense against evolving cyber threats. The system is designed to provide advanced DDoS protection, scalable security enhancements, and improved service offerings for enterprises, particularly those in critical sectors.
Jeff Smith, Vice-President and General Manager of Nokia Deepfield, emphasized the urgency of addressing sophisticated and increasingly frequent cyber attacks. “Our solution integrates Deepfield Defender’s AI/ML-driven platform with Nokia’s advanced IP routers and our patented Secure Genome—a cloud-based data feed tracking over 5 billion IP addresses. This combination will empower NL-ix to bolster protection for their European enterprise customers, lower operational costs, reduce human errors, and enhance overall security and automation,” Smith explained.
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Jan Hoogenboom, NL-ix CEO, underscored the groundbreaking nature of this deployment. “This milestone represents the first security-enhanced service offering and the first anti-DDoS solution provided by an IXP in Europe. We maintain low latency and decrease transport costs by performing mitigation directly on Nokia routers instead of using a remote scrubbing center. This positions us as a comprehensive provider of connectivity and security services across Europe, eliminating the need for customers to deal with multiple vendors or complex arrangements,” Hoogenboom noted.
The launch of this extensive anti-DDoS solution highlights the ongoing arms race between cybersecurity innovations and sophisticated cyber threats. This development aligns with broader industry trends discussed at BT‘s recent Secure Tomorrow event, which revealed a surge in cyber threats and emphasized the importance of advanced defensive technologies.
As the cybersecurity landscape evolves, Nokia and NL-ix’s collaboration is significant in ensuring resilient and secure data infrastructure across Europe.
