Project Guides:Virtual Private Networking Services
Virtual Private Networking Services
VPN Security
The purpose of a virtual private network is to provide secure remote access to your customer's network, but VPNs aren't infallible. These tips will help you understand their strengths and weaknesses so that you can be proactive about enhancing VPN security and quickly respond when a customer's VPN has been compromised.
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Charging and rating requirements for new communications media
Tip - As a VAR or a consultant, you provide valuable communications means to your clients. But how should you be compensated? Learn how to appropriately charge your customers for the services you provide as a networking VAR or consultant.
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(presented by SearchSecurityChannel.com)
Tip - Make sure your customer's virtual private network isn't a hacker magnet. This tip introduces the penetration testing tools value-added resellers (VARs) and security consultants need to harden and secure their customers' VPNs.
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IPSec Authentication and Authorization Models - Chapter 4 of IPSec VPN Design
(presented by SearchNetworking.com)
Chapter Download - IPSec VPN Design by Vijay Bollapragada, Mohamed Khalid and Scott Wainner presents a detailed examination of the design aspects of IPSec protocols that enable secure VPN communication. Divided into three parts, the book provides a solid understanding of...
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Access limitation on Cisco 3000 concentrators
Ask the Expert - Adding users to groups with proper permissions can control access.
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What is the risk estimation model for SSL VPN implementation?
(presented by SearchSecurity.com)
Ask the Expert - Risk assessment is a common way to evaluate new technologies. In our SearchSecurity.com Q&A, network security expert, Mike Chapple, explains how to determine if SSL VPN implementation is right for your organization.
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How to repair a compromised VPN
(presented by SearchSecurity.com)
Tip - Peer advice on how to repair a VPN's Routing and Remote Access console after the network has been compromised by a DoS attack.
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Security Spotlight: SSL VPN appliances simplify secure access
(presented by SearchNetworking.com)
Tip - By leveraging the ubiquitous Web browser as a client platform, SSL VPN appliances represent a promising alternative for delivering simple-but-secure off-site access to private business services and data. In this tip, Lisa Phifer explores why you should...
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Vista VPN setup guide, part 1: How to configure Windows Server 2008
Tip - A virtual private network (VPN) can be extremely useful to your customers, but the process of setting up a VPN can be somewhat complicated. Learn how to set up a VPN using Microsoft Vista and Windows 2008 servers with this step-by-step tutorial. Or...
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VPN security at-a-glance: True or false?
(presented by SearchSecurityChannel.com)
Tip - Get the basics about SSL and IPsec VPNs, and use this quick reference to help you explain the differences to your customers. Build a basis for recommendations with this easy tool.
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Network Access Protection enforces security on Windows networks
(presented by SearchSecurityChannel.com)
Tip - Value-added resellers (VARs) need to understand what Network Access Protection is and how it works to stop insecure machines from accessing your customers' Windows network via their virtual private network (VPN).