In this compelling episode, join Allot’s SVP of Smart BU, Mark Shteiman, and special guest Eric Olson, CISO at Rakuten Mobile, as they delve into the dynamic cyber threat landscape in Japan. Rakuten Mobile, positioned as the fourth Mobile Network Operator (MNO) in Japan, operates a cutting-edge fully virtualized cloud-native network with a mission to deliver high-quality, secure mobile services at an affordable cost to their vast subscriber base of over 6 million.

As we explore the challenges and opportunities in Japan, a country boasting the world's third-largest economy and a rich source of intellectual property, the discussion revolves around the heightened risks posed by financially motivated attackers, espionage, and those seeking notoriety. With the anticipation of substantial growth and momentum in the coming year, Rakuten Mobile is strategically aligning with customer demands to reduce bills while leveraging synergies within the Rakuten Group ecosystem.

The podcast experts analyze the potential vulnerabilities stemming from the abundance of available bandwidth and the widespread use of Internet of Things (IoT) devices in Japan. The diverse range of possible attack vectors necessitates a robust protection system. Rakuten Mobile has chosen to fortify its defenses against both inbound and outbound Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, employing Host-Based Anomaly Detection (HBAD) and Network-Based Anomaly Detection (NBAD) features. This proactive approach enables Rakuten to automatically identify and block potential threats as they traverse the network, ensuring a comprehensive and adaptive security solution.

Tune in to gain valuable insights into Rakuten Mobile's proactive threat mitigation strategies and their commitment to safeguarding the cyber landscape in one of the world's most economically significant nations.