Overview

Authentication proxy provides dynamic, per-user authentication and authorization, authenticating users against industry standard TACACS+ and RADIUS authentication protocols. Authenticating and authorizing connections by users provides more robust protection against network attacks. The student will learn how to configure a Cisco router to authenticate using Authentication Proxy. This module will then examine how to configure, monitor, and troubleshoot AAA configurations on the PIX Security Appliance.

PIX Security Appliance Command Reference

Cisco IOS Security Command Reference

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.