stc Achieves 100% Compliance with GSMA Signaling Security Standards in Partnership with Enea

stc Achieves 100% Compliance with GSMA Signaling Security Standards in Partnership with Enea

(IN BRIEF) stc, Saudi Arabia’s largest mobile network operator, has achieved 100% compliance with GSMA’s signaling security guidelines, becoming one of the few telecom operators globally to do so. This milestone was made possible by the implementation of robust security measures, penetration testing, and the use of the Enea Adaptive Signaling Firewall, which secured stc’s signaling network across key protocols such as SS7, Diameter, and GTP-C. This accomplishment solidifies stc’s role as a leader in telecom security, ensuring the protection of its subscribers’ data against evolving threats. The collaboration with Enea has been pivotal in enhancing the resilience of stc’s network.

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 4-Mar-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — stc, Saudi Arabia’s largest mobile network operator, has become one of the few telecom operators globally to achieve full compliance with the GSMA’s recommended signaling security controls. This achievement highlights stc’s dedication to securing its network and protecting its subscribers from the evolving threats in the telecommunications industry. By leveraging the Enea Adaptive Signaling Firewall, stc’s signaling network showed remarkable resilience across key signaling protocols including SS7, Diameter, and GTP-C.

The milestone was reached through the implementation of stringent security measures, coupled with extensive penetration testing to ensure the robustness of these controls. Not only did stc adhere to the GSMA security guidelines—the telecom industry standard for signaling security—but it also went above and beyond, integrating additional security measures to safeguard against various threats. These include protecting against personal data breaches, unauthorized location tracking, and the interception of sensitive communications, such as voice calls, messaging, and data.

As part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, stc recognizes the importance of providing secure and reliable communications for both consumer and business subscribers. Achieving this milestone solidifies stc’s position as a global leader in telecommunications security, exceeding industry benchmarks and setting new standards for subscriber and infrastructure protection.

The collaboration between stc and Enea has been instrumental in this success. Through a continuous cycle of rigorous testing, threat analysis, and collaborative use case development, the two companies have built a resilient defense system that protects against sophisticated cross-protocol attacks. The testing process went beyond the GSMA recommendations, ensuring the robustness of the system against real-world attacks. Notably, all attempts to bypass the signaling firewall’s security controls were unsuccessful, underlining the effectiveness of this partnership.

Abdulaziz Alaqil, Cybersecurity & Data Governance Excellence GM at stc, commented, “Reaching 100% compliance with GSMA guidelines represents more than passing a test—it reflects our holistic security strategy and commitment to protecting our subscribers. Our proactive approach, combined with Enea’s leading technology, has set a new benchmark for telecom security. We are proud to be one of the few operators worldwide to achieve this level of compliance.”

John Huges, SVP and Head of the Network Security Business Group at Enea, added, “This milestone strengthens our position as a leader in telecom security. Collaborating closely with stc’s exceptional cybersecurity team has been key to our success. Together, we are raising the bar for signaling security and showcasing what’s possible in telecom protection.”

Both stc and Enea remain committed to continuously advancing signaling security, ensuring that stc’s subscribers can communicate securely and with confidence in a rapidly evolving threat landscape. This achievement marks a significant step forward in securing the future of telecommunications.

About Enea

We are a world-leading specialist in advanced telecom and cybersecurity software with a vision to make the world’s communications safer and more efficient. Our solutions connect, optimize, and protect communications between companies, people, devices, and things worldwide. We are present in over 90 markets and billions of people rely on our technology every day when they connect to mobile networks or use the Internet. Enea is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden and is listed on NASDAQ Stockholm. Visit us at enea.com

About stc
We are a forward-focused digital champion always been focused on innovation and evolution. Our purpose is to create and bring greater dimension and richness to people’s personal and professional lives.  With stc, You will always be empowered to focus on delivering what’s next through collaborative and agile ways of working, and a culture that is open to fresh ideas. Transforming the future through impactful digital solutions and mega-projects while fostering our commitment to sustainability.

Media Contacts:

Enea

Claire Murphy
Head of Marketing
Claire.murphy@enea.com

stc

Ryain Rajihi
Cybersecurity Design Director
rrajihi@stc.com.sa

SOURCE: Enea