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FreeRADIUS: Dominating Internet Security Amid Industry Changes

2/17/2026

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Alan DeKok, CEO of InkBridge Networks, notes that FreeRADIUS remains the leading RADIUS software and serves billions of devices.
He explains that FreeRADIUS has evolved through gradual improvements, including addressing a long-standing vulnerability.
DeKok says the rise and fall of Diameter did not diminish RADIUS, underscoring its essential role in internet security.
He plans to continue expanding FreeRADIUS into new markets and credits his success to preparation and seizing opportunities.

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Alan DeKok, CEO of InkBridge Networks, notes that FreeRADIUS remains the leading RADIUS software and serves billions of devices.
He explains that FreeRADIUS has evolved through gradual improvements, including addressing a long-standing vulnerability.
DeKok says the rise and fall of Diameter did not diminish RADIUS, underscoring its essential role in internet security.
He plans to continue expanding FreeRADIUS into new markets and credits his success to preparation and seizing opportunities.