SITA launches advanced NAC solution for enhanced airport security

SITA has introduced its new cybersecurity solution, SITA Managed NAC (Network Access Control), designed to enhance airport and airline digital infrastructure security. That innovative solution addresses the increasing threats to digital networks in complex environments like airports, providing essential protection for critical communication systems.

SITA Managed NAC offers advanced security features for Local Area Network (LAN) and Wireless LAN communications. Specifically, it incorporates additional layers of identification checks and network segmentation, which ensure compliance with industry standards while safeguarding passenger systems and operational efficiency.

Furthermore, the solution provides granular control over network access, including detailed logging capabilities and the ability to quarantine non-compliant devices. As a result, it supports airports and airlines in meeting stringent cybersecurity recommendations from authorities such as the US Transportation Security Agency (TSA) and the Airports Council International (ACI).

Moreover, SITA Managed NAC integrates seamlessly with the existing SITA Campus Network product, leveraging Cisco’s Identity Services Engine (ISE) platform to enforce identity-based access controls and policies. Adopting a Zero Trust security model, the solution continuously authenticates and authorises access requests, significantly reducing the risk of unauthorised access and potential breaches.