Cisco Identity Based Networking Services (IBNS) is an integrated solution
combining several Cisco products that offer authentication, access control, and
user policies to secure network connectivity and resources. The Cisco IBNS
solution enables greater security while simultaneously offering cost-effective
management of changes throughout the organization. In this module, students are
introduced to Cisco Identity Based Networking Services. This module will also
discuss 802.1x and EAP as they relate to IBNS. Studnets will also learn to
configure a Cisco Secure ACS server to authenticate using EAP-MD5 and
RADIUS.
This module will also discuss the use IEEE 802.1x port-based
authentication to prevent unauthorized devices from gaining access to the
network. As LANs extend to hotels, airports, and corporate lobbies, insecure
environments can be created. The IEEE 802.1x standard defines a
client-server-based access control and authentication protocol that restricts
unauthorized clients from connecting to a LAN through publicly accessible
ports. The authentication server authenticates each client connected to a
switch port before making available any services offered by the switch or the
LAN. Students will learn the steps that are necessary to configure 802.1x
port-based authentication on a Cisco Catalyst switch.
PIX Security Appliance Command Reference
Cisco IOS Security Command Reference
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NOTE:
It is required that the student study the commands covered in the
chapter using the labs and the Command Reference. Not all required commands are
covered in sufficient detail in the text alone. Successful completion of this
course requires a thorough knowledge of command syntax and application.
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