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FUSE5G

Forum for Uniting Security Experts in 5G

04.02.2025, Bochum



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Forum for Uniting Security Experts in 5G

Mobile networks play a critical role in our interconnected world, enabling seamless communication, data exchange and access to a wide range of services. One of the most important considerations in the area of mobile networks is security, given the increasing reliance on these networks for various aspects of our daily lives. As mobile devices become more integral to our personal and professional activities, the protection of sensitive information and the prevention of unauthorised access have become paramount. Establishing a dedicated forum where professionals from across industry, academia and government can come together to discuss the current state of mobile network security is critical to addressing emerging threats and vulnerabilities. This collaborative platform facilitates the exchange of insights, research findings and best practices, fostering a collective effort to improve the robustness of mobile network security. FUSE5G aims to foster a collaborative mobile network security community in Europe by providing a dedicated platform for researchers and industry professionals to share insights, discuss emerging threats, and collectively enhance the security measures of 5G networks.

The FUSE5G initiative will be kickstarted with a community event in Bochum, Germany on Tuesday February 4th 2025. Presenters from industry and academia will share a varied perspective on developments in mobile network security. The program is outlined below and includes ample opportunity to network with fellow security professionals. Participation is free of charge but we kindly request that you register upfront in view of limited capacity.





Program

10:00 Opening
10:10 Keynote: Mikko Karikytö, Head of product security at Ericsson
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11:00 Coffee Break and Poster Session
11:30 Talk 1: TBA
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12:00 Talk 2: Alf Zugenmaier (Vice Chair 3GPP SA3, Munich University of Applied Sciences)
M5GA - 6G making 5G great again?

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12:30 Lunch Break
13:30 Talk 3: Ravishankar Borgaonkar (SINTEF)
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14:00 Talk 4: Folkert Saathoff (srlabs)
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14:30 Coffee Break and Poster Session
15:00 Panel
A panel of experts will discuss current topics in the context of 5G security and the potential of further community collaboration.
16:00 Drinks

Travel

Address

Convention Center RUB
Universitätsstraße 150
44801 Bochum, Germany

Arrival via public transport

From Bochum Central Station, please take subway U35 (destination Hustadt) and use the stop "Ruhr-Universität Bochum". You can find the convention center (Veranstaltungszentrum) in the Mensa building.

Arrival via car

You can plan your route using Google Maps. A map of the campus with all facilities and different spots for parking can be found here.



Program Committee


Frank Fransen

Frank is a senior scientist in the cyber security technologies department at TNO. He is involved in national and EU research projects on automation of SOC & CSIRT operations, and in consultancy on a.o. security of mobile networks.

Richard Kerkdijk

Richard is a senior consultant in cyber security technologies at TNO. His role in the telco industry involves strategic (CISO oriented) advisory work and the coordination of TNO’s annual telco security benchmark. He also co-chairs the European Telecommunications ISAC.

Katharina Kohls

Katharina is an assistant professor at Radboud University in Nijmegen. Her research focuses on mobile network security and privacy, where she pointed out different flaws in our deployed mobile generations. She is a co-founder of Radix Security.

Lenny Zilverberg

Lenny is an event manager within TNO. In addition to organizing large, complex events, she also coordinates processes within TNO projects. Her work focuses mainly on internal as external communication.



Sponsors and Organization

FUSE5G is an initiative of TNO and Radboud University, all based in The Netherlands and all involved in mobile network security from an independent research and advisory perspective. We are proud to be sponsored by the INTERSCT partnership of the Dutch research council and Radix Security.