CTIA Report Cites Security Advantages of Licensed Spectrum
A CTIA report released Wednesday argues U.S. spectrum policy should “attach more weight” to a user’s incentive and ability to defend against cyberattacks, which means policymakers should emphasize the allocation of more spectrum under exclusive-use, licensed frameworks. “The licensed spectrum…
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model drives high standards, accountability, and a high degree of commonality and predictability in the way wireless carriers protect and curate spectrum assets against cyber threats,” the report said: Licensees “have mature operating models for protecting the network as well as for reporting cyber incidents.” Licensed spectrum also ensures “the cybersecurity posture of users aligns with national cybersecurity and broader national security goals.” The paper notes Accenture says the commercial wireless industry has access to only 270 MHz or about 5% of lower mid-band spectrum, 3-8.5 GHz, while 36% is dedicated to unlicensed use. CTIA President Meredith Baker said the findings point to the importance of Congress restoring the FCC’s auction authority (see 2305230067). The paper was written by HardenStance.