TS 33.210 – Network Domain Security for IP Networks
3GPP TS 33.210 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Network Domain Security for IP Networks. Its official 3GPP title is “UMTS, Security, IP, Network, Management”. It is published in 13 releases (Rel-8 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.0.0 in Rel-20.
Defines the security architecture, procedures, and cryptographic profiles protecting IP-based control-plane signalling in 3GPP and fixed broadband core networks.
Releases and versions of TS 33.210
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.2.2 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-14 | 14.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 33.210
Primary function: Security Architecture and Requirements. Category: Security (Network Domain Security). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: Security.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 33.210
- TS 33.203 IMS Security Features and Mechanisms
- TS 25.412 Iu Interface Signalling Transport Specification
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 33.310 3GPP Authentication Framework for Network Nodes
- TS 25.422 Signalling Transport for Iur Interface
- TS 25.467 UTRAN Architecture for 3G Home Node B
- TS 23.002 3GPP System Architecture Overview
- TS 25.468 RANAP User Adaption (RUA) protocol specification
- TS 25.471 RNSAP User Adaptation (RNA) for Iurh
- TS 29.060 GPRS Tunnelling Protocol (GTP) version 1
Specifications that reference TS 33.210
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 33.501 5G Security Architecture
- TS 23.228 IP Multimedia Core Network Subsystem
- TS 23.060 GPRS Stage 2 Service Description
- TS 23.002 3GPP System Architecture Overview
- TS 33.102 3G Security Architecture Specification
- TS 33.220 Generic Authentication Architecture (GAA) Security
- TS 28.532 Generic Management Services for Mobile Networks
- TS 33.401 EPS Security Architecture
- TS 33.310 3GPP Authentication Framework for Network Nodes
- TS 23.216 SRVCC Architecture Enhancements
- TS 29.281 GTPv1-U Protocol Specification
Other specifications in the 33 series
- TS 33.185 V2X Security in LTE
- TS 33.187 Security for Machine-Type Communications Enhancements
- TS 33.203 IMS Security Features and Mechanisms
- TS 33.204 TCAP Security (TCAPsec) Stage 2 Specification
- TS 33.216 Security Assurance Specification (SCAS) for eNB
- TS 33.220 Generic Authentication Architecture (GAA) Security
- TS 33.221 Subscriber Certificate Distribution via GBA
- TS 33.222 Secure HTTP Access in GAA
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 33.210?
3GPP TS 33.210 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Network Domain Security for IP Networks. Defines the security architecture, procedures, and cryptographic profiles protecting IP-based control-plane signalling in 3GPP and fixed broadband core networks.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 33.210?
TS 33.210 is published in 13 releases, from Rel-8 to Rel-20. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 20.0.0 (Rel-20).
What does TS 33.210 specify?
Security Architecture and Requirements.
What category does TS 33.210 belong to?
TS 33.210 belongs to the Security (Network Domain Security) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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