Comprehensive security exploration in internet service providers networks: A systematic literature review

Authors

  • Chrystian Viteri Hernández Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador Sede Ambato
  • Diego Ávila Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo (ESPOCH)

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47187/perspectivas.6.1.215

Keywords:

Detección de amenazas, proveedores de internet, seguridad en redes, revisión sistemática de literatura

Abstract

Network security in Internet Service Providers
(ISPs) is paramount for safeguarding essential
online information and services, particularly in an era where reliance on the internet is more
pronounced than ever. In response to increasingly
sophisticated cyber-attacks, ISPs must implement
effective security measures. This study provides a
comprehensive insight into ISP network security,
grounded in a systematic review of 57 documents
from SpringerLink, Scopus, and Web of Science,
employing Kitchenham's methodology. It was
found that ISPs deploy a variety of security
mechanisms, including firewalls, intrusion
detection and prevention systems, and penetration
testing. These approaches are critical for effectively
countering cyber threats. The research concludes
that an integrated security strategy, combining
various measures such as advanced firewalls, data
encryption, and regular penetration testing, is
crucial in the infrastructure of ISPs.

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Published

2024-02-21

How to Cite

[1]
C. Viteri Hernández and D. Ávila, “Comprehensive security exploration in internet service providers networks: A systematic literature review”, Perspectivas, vol. 6, no. 1, Feb. 2024.

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