As businesses move their phone systems to the internet,they enjoy lower costs and better features.However,being on the internet also means being visible to hackers.Every year,businesses lose thousands of dollars to"Toll Fraud"—where hackers break into a phone system to make expensive international calls.

  Is your voice network protected?Let’s look at the risks and the simplest way to stay safe.

  3 Common VoIP Security Risks

  1.Toll Fraud(The Ghost Caller)

  Hackers look for unprotected IP-PBX systems.Once they find a gap,they use your system to route thousands of international calls.You won’t know anything is wrong until you receive a massive phone bill at the end of the month.

  2.Eavesdropping

  Because VoIP travels over the internet,unencrypted calls can be"sniffed"or recorded by cybercriminals.This is a major risk if your team discusses sensitive financial or legal information over the phone.

  3.Denial of Service(DoS)Attacks

  Just like a website can be taken down by too much fake traffic,your phone system can be flooded with"spam"data,causing your phones to stop ringing and cutting off your communication with clients.

  The Solution:New Rock Session Border Controller(SBC)

  Think of a New Rock SBC as a"Security Guard"for your phone system.It sits between your office network and the public internet,checking every single call that tries to enter or leave.

  Powerful Firewall:It blocks unauthorized access and automatically blacklists suspicious IP addresses that try to"guess"your passwords.

  Encryption(Privacy):It"scrambles"your voice data so that even if a hacker intercepts it,they can't hear a word of your conversation.

  Hidden Identity:It hides the internal structure of your phone network from the outside world,making it much harder for hackers to find a target.

  Who Needs an SBC?

  If your business has:

  Employees using the NewLync app from outside the office.

  Multiple branch offices connected over the internet.

  A SIP Trunk(internet-based phone line)from a provider.

  ...then an SBC is a must-have to keep your business safe.

  Conclusion

  In the digital age,voice security is just as important as computer security.By adding a New Rock SBC to your setup,you can enjoy all the benefits of VoIP without the fear of hacking or unexpected bills.

  Protect Your Communication Today

  Don’t wait for a surprise bill.Explore New Rock’s SBC Solutions and secure your business voice network now!