In the realm of streaming services, the constant battle to safeguard digital content from piracy and cyber threats persists. While Digital Rights Management (DRM) was once at the forefront of content protection, today’s landscape demands a broader, more holistic security approach. As hackers continually refine their tactics, securing OTT/PayTV streaming applications extends beyond DRM, encompassing app infrastructure, device hardware, and operating systems. This article explores a renewed OTT/PayTV app defense approach, delving into security best practices and strategies that stretch beyond conventional content protection. By adopting a security-first mindset and harmonising backend and app-based defenses, streaming service providers can raise the bar against cyber threats, ensuring the highest standards of content protection and viewer data security.
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