Overview

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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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.