DISH selects Palo Alto Networks for securing Open-RAN 5G network

Global cybersecurity firm Palo Alto Networks Tuesday said it has been selected by DISH Network Corporation to secure its cloud-native, Open-RAN based 5G wireless network.

Under the agreement terms, DISH will leverage Palo Alto Networks’ cloud-native VM-series and CN-series, as well as Prisma Cloud for container security, secure network slicing, real-time threat correlation, and dynamic security enforcement.

“As part of our efforts to revolutionize wireless connectivity, it’s imperative that we integrate security into our 5G network from the ground up. As a result, we are incorporating innovative, next-generation vendors to provide our network with 5G-native security solutions from day one of deployment,” said Marc Rouanne, Chief Network Officer, DISH.

“5G promises much more than increased browsing speeds on mobile devices. When built as a secure network, 5G can bring massive business transformation and enable smart supply chains, autonomous transportation, smart manufacturing, mass adoption of the Internet of Things and much more,” said Lee Klarich, Chief Product Officer, Palo Alto Networks.

“This is why we are delighted to help DISH achieve its vision to build a first-of-its-kind, open, secure 5G network,” Klarich added.