SS8 PRISM · Lawful Intelligence · ETSI LI · 3GPP · 2G–5G Intercept

SS8 Networks — Carrier-Grade Lawful Intelligence for Indian Operators

SS8 PRISM delivers lawful intercept at Tier-1 carrier scale — multi-technology (2G through 5G), multi-service (voice, SMS, data, VoIP), and standards-compliant (ETSI LI, 3GPP). Ogma deploys and integrates SS8 for Indian telecom operators requiring a proven, scalable LI platform with full DoT compliance.

SS8 Integration Partner ETSI LI & 3GPP Compliant 2G / 3G / 4G / 5G Coverage Strict NDA
Tier-1
Carrier Scale Deployment
2G–5G
All Mobile Generations
ETSI LI
Standards Compliant Intercept
IRI + CC
Metadata and Content Delivery

Why Ogma for SS8?

Ogma's integration team has the technical depth to connect SS8 PRISM to the full spectrum of network elements in an Indian operator environment — from legacy Ericsson and Nokia MSCs through modern 5G core functions — with the operational discipline that LI infrastructure demands.

  • SS8 authorized integration and deployment partner
  • Multi-vendor NE integration: Ericsson, Nokia, Huawei, Cisco
  • 2G/3G/4G/5G mobile core LI provisioning interfaces
  • Broadband BRAS/BNG and ISP LI integration
  • VoIP/IMS and SIP-based intercept configuration
  • Acceptance test procedure design and execution with LEA
Voice Intercept
GSM, UMTS, VoIP, IMS
Data Intercept
LTE, 5G, broadband, ISP
Multi-NE Integration
Ericsson, Nokia, Huawei, Cisco
Operational Security
Compartmentalised access

SS8 PRISM Deployment Services

End-to-end SS8 deployment — from requirements and architecture through network element integration, testing, and long-term operational support.

Requirements & Architecture

LI coverage requirements analysis — which services, which network elements, which subscriber types. SS8 PRISM deployment architecture: collection nodes, management server, delivery subsystem, and LEA handover configuration.

PRISM Platform Deployment

Server provisioning, SS8 software installation, licensing, and initial configuration. Management console setup, operator user accounts, and role-based access control. Network segmentation for LI infrastructure isolation.

Network Element Integration

Provisioning interface configuration on each network element (HLR, MSC, GGSN/PGW, IMS, BRAS). Test intercepts validated on each NE type. Documentation of all provisioning commands and LI trigger mechanisms.

LEA Handover Interface

Configuration of ETSI LI X2/X3 handover interfaces for IRI and CC delivery to the Central Monitoring System (CMS). Encryption and authentication of the delivery channel. Handover format validation with the LEA.

Acceptance Test Execution

Formal acceptance test procedure — test intercepts covering all service types (voice, SMS, data), all network elements, and all LEA handover interfaces. Test reports with pass/fail evidence for each test case.

LI Operations Support

SS8 software version management, NE integration updates as the network evolves, capacity monitoring, and L2/L3 incident support. Dedicated LI engineer with appropriate background and NDA in place.

Frequently Asked Questions

SS8 PRISM is a carrier-grade lawful intercept management system designed for large-scale deployments across mobile, fixed, broadband, and VoIP networks. PRISM manages the complete intercept lifecycle: warrant provisioning, target activation across network elements, collection of IRI (Intercept Related Information/metadata) and CC (Content of Communication), correlation, and secure delivery to law enforcement agencies via standardised handover interfaces.

SS8 PRISM supports 2G (GSM/GPRS), 3G (UMTS), 4G LTE, 5G NR, fixed PSTN, VoIP/IMS, broadband internet (BRAS-based), and OTT communication interception via mediation. It implements ETSI TS 101 671, ETSI TS 102 232, 3GPP TS 33.107/33.108, and CALEA standards. Ogma configures SS8 for your specific network element mix — Ericsson, Nokia, Huawei, Cisco, Juniper.

SS8 PRISM is built for carrier scale — it is deployed at Tier-1 operators globally handling hundreds of simultaneous intercepts across multi-million subscriber bases. The platform uses distributed collection nodes co-located with network elements, a centralised management layer, and a high-performance delivery subsystem. Ogma sizes the SS8 architecture based on your subscriber base, peak intercept volume, and retention requirements.

IRI (Intercept Related Information) is metadata about communications — call records, SMS headers, IP session logs, location data — without the actual content. CC (Content of Communication) is the actual voice, SMS body, or IP packet data. Different jurisdictions and warrant types require different combinations. SS8 PRISM handles both independently, allowing operators to deliver only what is legally authorised for each specific warrant.

SS8 PRISM is deployed as software on hardened servers (physical or virtual). Ogma performs the full installation: server provisioning, SS8 software deployment, network element integration (provisioning interfaces to MSC, GGSN, IMS, BRAS), handover interface configuration for LEA delivery, and end-to-end system testing with test intercepts. Go-live is preceded by a formal acceptance test procedure.

Yes. Ogma provides: SS8 software version management, network element integration updates (as new nodes are added to your network), LEA handover interface changes, capacity monitoring, and L2/L3 incident support. LI systems require specialised operational expertise — Ogma provides a dedicated LI support engineer with appropriate security clearance and NDA.