Microwave Transmission Security

Microwave transmission uses high-frequency radio waves (1-300 GHz) for point-to-point communication, commonly used for cellular backhaul, enterprise connectivity, and long-distance links. Security vulnerabilities include line-of-sight interception, jamming susceptibility, physical infrastructure attacks, and lack of encryption in legacy systems. Microwave links often carry unencrypted or weakly encrypted traffic.

1. 1

   Identify target microwave link frequency and location

2. 2

   Deploy directional antenna in line-of-sight path

3. 3

   Intercept and decode microwave signals

4. 4

   Analyze traffic patterns and protocols

5. 5

   Inject malicious signals or jam legitimate transmission

6. 6

   Exploit weak encryption or unencrypted links

7. 7

   Perform man-in-the-middle attacks

8. 8

   Disrupt critical backhaul connectivity

• Implement strong encryption (AES-256) on all links
• Use frequency hopping and spread spectrum techniques
• Deploy redundant links and path diversity
• Implement physical security for transmission towers
• Monitor for signal anomalies and interference
• Use licensed frequency bands with protection
• Implement network monitoring and intrusion detection
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments

• •Microwave backhaul interception in cellular networks
• •Jamming attacks on critical infrastructure links
• •Physical attacks on transmission towers
• •Signal interception during military operations
• •Backhaul network compromise leading to cellular network breaches

• https://www.itu.int/en/ITU-T/
• https://www.etsi.org/standards
• https://www.fcc.gov/wireless/bureau-divisions/technologies-systems-and-innovation-division/radio-frequency-safety