Demand for internet connectivity continues to grow rapidly. Internet Exchange Providers are now part of our critical infrastructure and their integration with ISPs and Content Providers is defining CDN and network expansion.
With the ongoing growth of OTT content consumption, and the drive from live sports broadcasters to provide high-scale and high-quality Direct to Consumer OTT services, Streamers and their customers now demand streaming services that operate at the scale and quality of existing broadcast services.
As users working from home are no longer limited to their working environment by the concept of a physical location, and infrastructures are moving more and more to the cloud-hybrid approach, the outdated concept of perimeter security is moving aside for zero-trust security.
EBU R143 formalizes security practices for both broadcasters and vendors. This comprehensive list should be at the forefront of every broadcaster’s and vendor’s thoughts when designing and implementing IP media facilities.
As IT and broadcast infrastructures become ever more complex, the need to securely exchange data is becoming more challenging. NATS messaging is designed to simplify collaboration between often diverse software applications.
NMOS has succeeded in providing interoperability between media devices on IP infrastructures, and there are provisions within the specifications to help maintain system security.
Maintaining controlled access is critical for any secure network, especially when working with high-value media in broadcast environments.
As well as providing the core functionality of a computer, operating systems have the potential to be a primary issue for security and keeping hackers at bay.