VoIP Security Perspective

I'm amazed at the viral charateristics of the propagation of stories related to VoIP security risks. I don't really understand why that's the case. Perhaps it's due to the emotion of fear and the basic instinct of defending oneself against threats.

In general, I believe the spread of the security misinformation is unintentional. Authors, notice an interesting headline and post it with the hopes that it will attract readers. However, I have noticed that in many instances, the story originators are in the business of selling security products or services. To be clear, I am not painting everyone in the VoIP security business with the same brush. Most are responsible professionals with a genuine interest in educating the uninformed about the potential vulnerabilities and risks.

Please refer to my previous posts on the subject:

Hang up the Phone. Your VoiP is Being Hacked
More VoIP Security Hype Nonsense
VoIP: Perceived Risks and Best Practices
Exaggerated VoIP Security Risks

I will continue in my attempts to inject common sense and perspective to counter the security hype wherever I can. VoIP, IP Telephony and Unified Communications can be (and is routinely) deployed securely; it's not rocket science.

Rick McCharles
Telecom Consultant, Toronto
RIC Services








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