The Problem This Solution Solves
The use of cell phones and connected devices are ubiquitous in our daily lives. While this has afforded individuals significant convenience, every connected device becomes a vulnerable node subject to attack from malicious adversaries looking to obtain access to sensitive and classified information. Miniature-sized or embedded rogue wireless devices may be introduced into government facilities passing through security checkpoints especially when they are not activated at time of entry.
Given the risk of wireless intrusions and electronic eavesdropping of sensitive information, the NSA sought the help of DIU to procure, prototype, and transition a locally-managed commercial off-the-shelf sensor network assembled on a modular, open, non-proprietary platform. With its existing spectrum and wireless monitoring (SWiM) solution set to end in 2023, NSA was eager to identify a next generation solution that they could leverage for continued SWiM protection.
The Solution
In September 2021, DIU selected Bastille (one of two vendors) to prototype a solution that identifies rogue wireless signals presented by the ubiquitous use of wireless devices operating across the RF spectrum, defends against both unintended and malicious RF emanations, and develops a future proof architecture that can adapt to the rapidly changing landscape of RF signals. It also has high potential to be deployed across the entire defense ecosystem and meet an enduring force protection requirement.