What is HSS in 5G?

Abstract: Home Subscriber Server (HSS) is the main database of the current generation’s cellular communications systems . It contains subscriber-related information, such as the authentication information and the list of services to which each user is subscribed.

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Does 5G use a different SIM card?

I’m already using 5G on my phone, why do I need to change my SIM? T-Mobile recently launched new 5G standalone technology which will enable our customers to get more 5G in more places when using a compatible SIM and device. The SIM card you are using is not compatible with this new 5G standalone technology .

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Does 5G use SS7?

SS7 is still the dominant protocol technology in use , and although Diameter adoption is growing, 5G will introduce HTTP/2 to the Mobile core. Never before were Mobile networks so vulnerable to attacks from the connected world.

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Why 5G security is important?

Next, end-to-end visibility is vital for monitoring any system . It’s especially necessary in 5G security, where there are so many access points for malicious actors to target. This monitoring should extend across all layers of the network, including the physical network cells and data planes.

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