TS 33.513 – UPF Security Assurance Specification
3GPP TS 33.513 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for UPF Security Assurance Specification. Its official 3GPP title is “5G Security Assurance Specification (SCAS)”. It is published in 5 releases (Rel-16 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.2.0 in Rel-20.
Defines security requirements and test cases for 5G User Plane Functions, including protection of N3, N4, and N9 interfaces, hardening, and vulnerability testing.
Releases and versions of TS 33.513
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 33.513
Category: Security (Security Assurance). Technology generation: 5G. 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 33.513
Specifications that reference TS 33.513
- TR 33.926 Generic Network Product Security Assurance
Other specifications in the 33 series
- TS 33.502 Security Events Handling in 5G SBA
- TS 33.503 5G ProSe Security Specification
- TS 33.511 5G gNB Security Assurance Specification
- TS 33.512 AMF Security Assurance Specification
- TS 33.514 UDM Security Assurance Specification
- TS 33.515 5G SMF Security Assurance Specification
- TS 33.516 AUSF Security Assurance Specification
- TS 33.517 SEPP Security Assurance Specification
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 33.513?
3GPP TS 33.513 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for UPF Security Assurance Specification. Defines security requirements and test cases for 5G User Plane Functions, including protection of N3, N4, and N9 interfaces, hardening, and vulnerability testing.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 33.513?
TS 33.513 is published in 5 releases, from Rel-16 to Rel-20. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 20.2.0 (Rel-20).
What category does TS 33.513 belong to?
TS 33.513 belongs to the Security (Security Assurance) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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