Enhancing Telecom Security: Peeringhub.io's Implementation of Stir/Shaken Technology

 

The Growing Need for STIR/SHAKEN in VoIP

As robocalls and call spoofing continue to plague telecom networks, regulators have enforced the STIR/SHAKEN protocol to restore trust in caller ID. While this is a necessary evolution in telecom security, many VoIP providers worry that integration might disrupt existing infrastructure, especially their VoIP switches.

Good news—STIR/SHAKEN can be integrated smoothly with your current VoIP switches, and Peeringhub.io makes it even easier.

What is STIR/SHAKEN in a Nutshell?

STIR/SHAKEN is a framework that authenticates caller ID information using digital certificates. It allows carriers to verify that the calling number hasn’t been spoofed, making it a powerful tool against robocalls and fraud.

• STIR (Secure Telephone Identity Revisited) is the technical protocol.

• SHAKEN (Signature-based Handling of Asserted information using toKENs) governs how STIR is deployed in IP-based voice networks.

The Role of VoIP Switches in Your Telecom Stack

VoIP switches are the backbone of modern voice networks. Whether you’re using Class 4 or Class 5 switches, they are responsible for routing, signaling, call control, and interconnection. That’s why integrating STIR/SHAKEN into these switches is crucial—but it must be seamless and non-disruptive.

How Integration Works

Here’s a simplified flow of how Peeringhub.io enables STIR/SHAKEN integration without interrupting your VoIP operations:

1. Token Generation When a call is initiated, your switch generates a SIP Identity Header using the STIR protocol.

2. Certificate Authentication Peeringhub.io issues the necessary digital certificates and acts as the Certification Authority (CA) to sign the token.

3. Header Insertion The signed SIP Identity Header is inserted into the call invite.

4. Call Validation by Recipient Carrier The receiving carrier verifies the header using Peeringhub’s public repository.

5. Call Completes with Verified Identity The call proceeds with the caller ID validated, ensuring trust and compliance.

Why Peeringhub.io is the Right Fit for VoIP Providers

✅ Flexible Integration Peeringhub.io supports ACME API, a Web UI, and a Linux client—so you can integrate it into your system no matter what infrastructure you use.

✅ VoIP Switch Compatibility Whether you’re using FreeSWITCH, Asterisk, Softswitches, or commercial telecom platforms, our solution adapts without forcing you to rewire your network.

✅ Real-Time Certificate Management Generate, manage, and deploy unlimited STI certificates in real time—directly within your workflow.

✅ No Contracts, Unlimited Certificates Simple pricing with full transparency. You get unlimited certificate generation and a free certificate repository for just $100/month.

Conclusion: Upgrade Without the Headache

If you're running VoIP switches and still not STIR/SHAKEN compliant, you're not just risking fines—you’re risking customer trust. With Peeringhub.io, integration is smooth, scalable, and fully supported. Don’t wait for a compliance issue to disrupt your business.

🔒 Ready to integrate STIR/SHAKEN into your VoIP environment? Join hundreds of telecom providers securing their networks with ease. 👉 Visit www.peeringhub.io and start your compliance journey today—risk-free, contract-free.