Cybersecurity Aspects of Location-Based Services (LBS) in 5G Networks

Abstract

The technology behind the provision of software services for the utilization of all related geographical raw data and processed information is known as Location-based Services (LBS). The raw data and processed information which are provided based on geographic location are presented in realtime; thus, the medium of transfer is possible through wireless communication networks and other forms of network clients (wired communication network). Early 2020, the impact of fifth generation (5G) network on Location-based Services (LBS) has been on the rise with improvements in the level of accuracy, speed in delivery, and the provision of information with Global Positioning System (GPS). In this paper, the application of Location-based Services (LBS) in fifth generation (5G) network as regards cybersecurity is being explored and emphasized. The use of the fifth generation (5G) network to curtail/prevent cybersecurity vulnerabilities (such as fraud, protection from known/unknown threats, data loss prevention, and privacy breach in the branch of cybersecurity) on businesses, the government, across all sectors, and individuals are extensively explained in this paper.