A Data-Driven Approach to Understanding the State of Internet Routing Security

Abstract

This paper is concerned with the global routing system of the Internet, its serious and persistent vulnerabilities, the multi-disciplinary considerations shaping this space, and recent trends that finally improve its security. We report real-world evidence of the state of routing security with the goal of discussing possible options for better security. We offer two high-level conclusions. First, in designing an approach it is all-important to understand complexities and incentives for deployment. Second, any scheme that is picked for deployment will take time to have an effect, so having a realistic view of how quickly change can be accomplished is essential.

Keywords: Network security, Internet security, inter-domain routing, BGP