Recently C5IS was taken to task by a maker of deep packet inspection (DPI) that objected to our inferring their product was licensed by other companies for surveillance purposes. Under public investigation and in the face of evidence showing they had indeed previously sold DPI for surveillance, the company had reason to be concerned. So much so, in fact, that they’ve exited … [Read more...]
Lone Wolf Terrorist Attacks: Can Narus Help?
More than a decade has passed since public exposure of the NSA’s reliance on Narus deep packet inspection (DPI) to help analysts build connections that expose terrorist groups. Overall, the technology has proved invaluable. But whether it works for “lone wolf” attacks -- not as broadly devastating but every bit as high profile as massive terrorist assaults -- remains an open … [Read more...]
Telesoft Technologies: Probes for Voice, Data and DPI
Serving more than 250 communications companies in 100 countries, Telesoft Technologies is one of the world’s most formidable and prestigious providers of systems used by law enforcement and intelligence to intercept voice, data and packet content. Located in Dorset, UK -- and not to be confused with another Telesoft, a provider of fixed and mobile telecom expense management … [Read more...]
Sneak Peak: NetScout’s Replay Analyst and nGenius Infinistream
In the surveillance biz it’s rare to find a major player that’s almost completely invisible. Such is NetScout Systems, a market leader in IP interception and forensics. Fact is, they’d rather be known for other things. C5IS thinks a company tracking to reach $US500 million in revenue this year deserves recognition for all it does, if for no other reason than to better inform … [Read more...]