Arvind Singh
Lead Network Security
Bharti Airtel Ltd
Leading and managing cyber & network security strategy and operations at Bharti Airtel Ltd. across all lines of business, including Mobility, Transport, Homes & Broadband, DTH/IPTV, and Enterprise. Ex-IBM & EY. Architect of Telecom SOC.
Speaker sessions
Signals & Shadow: Hunting Threats Where the Telecom Network Breathes
Advanced Threat Detection in Telecom Networks Session will explore how telecom networks—despite being the backbone of global communications—remain vulnerable to advanced persistent threats (APTs) and sophisticated malware campaigns. Recent high-profile incidents underscore this risk: SK Telecom in South Korea was targeted by sophisticated telecom-specific malware, while the LightBasin campaign against U.S. telecom providers demonstrated how adversaries weaponize signaling protocols and backdoor management interfaces to conduct long-term espionage. These campaigns highlight that attackers understand telecom architectures deeply and exploit weaknesses in signaling, mediation, and interconnect layers.Unlike enterprise IT, telecom infrastructure was originally designed for availability rather than security. Many network elements lack compatibility with modern Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions, leaving critical systems exposed.This session introduces a modern threat detection framework tailored for telecom environments. It highlights how EDR can be adapted for supported network elements, while Network Detection and Response (NDR) provides visibility and protection for legacy or unsupported nodes. The talk will cover deployment challenges, policy considerations, and real-world integration lessons, closing with recommendations for how security vendors, telecom OEMs, and regulators must collaborate to build a globally resilient telecom security posture.
- 16:20
- Tue
- 02 Dec
Stage:
Briefings 1
Sessions Type:
Presentation