Book Description

Cisco authorized self-study book for CCSP 642-501 foundation learningIdentify the lineup of Cisco Systems network security products and enumerate the components of a complete security policyUse Cisco Secure ACS for Windows and Cisco Secure ACS for UNIX to implement TACACS+ and RADIUS AAA support in Cisco router networksConfigure AAA support on perimeter Cisco routers and Cisco IOS FirewallsImplement standard practices to secure administrative access and disable unused router protocols, services, and interfacesUse AutoSecure to configure security parameters on Cisco routersConfigure Cisco IOS Firewalls for CBAC, Authentication Proxy, and AAA supportConfigure and manage Cisco IOS IDS router signatures and audit rulesMonitor Cisco IOS IDS routers using Security Monitor or Syslog serversConfigure IPSec VPN tunnels on Cisco routers using preshared keys or RSA signaturesConfigure Cisco routers to use IPSec with Network Address TranslationUse Security Device Manager and Router Management Center to configure and manage Cisco IOS VPN and Cisco IOS Firewall policies Mitigate common router security threats with access control lists (ACLs)

CCSP Self-Study: Securing Cisco IOS Networks (SECUR) is a complete reference for security practices, protocols, software, and equipment that work on or in conjunction with Cisco IOS equipment to provide layers of security to networks. In addition to acting as a key study aid for the CCSP SECUR 642-501 exam, this book will be an invaluable theory and configuration guide for years to come.

CCSP Self-Study: Securing Cisco IOS Networks (SECUR) is a Cisco authorized, self-paced learning tool that helps you gain mastery over all security techniques and technologies, including newer topics such as Cisco Easy VPN and Security Device Manager (SDM). Chapter overviews bring you quickly up to speed on technologies you can use to secure your network. Configuration examples are designed to show you how to make Cisco IOS devices secure, and unique chapter-ending review questions test your knowledge.

Whether you are seeking a reference guide to working with Cisco IOS security or a study guide for the 642-501 exam, CCSP Self-Study: Securing Cisco IOS Networks (SECUR) is the reference you are looking for.

CCSP Self-Study: Securing Cisco IOS Networks (SECUR) is part of a recommended learning path from Cisco Systems that includes simulation and hands-on training from authorized Cisco Learning Partners and self-study products from Cisco Press. To find out more about instructor-led training, e-learning, and hands-on instruction offered by authorized Cisco Learning Partners worldwide, please visit www.cisco.com/go/authorizedtraining.

This volume is in the Certification Self-Study Series offered by Cisco Press. Books in this series provide officially developed training solutions to help networking professionals understand technology implementations and prepare for the Cisco Career Certifications examinations.

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About the Author

John F. Roland is a security specialist and owner of WesTek Consulting LLC. John has worked in the IT field for more than 22 years, most recently on the development of Cisco and Microsoft certification training materials. John is co-author of CCSP Cisco Secure VPN Exam Certification Guide. He holds the CCNP, CCDP, and CSS-1 certifications.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Learn the topics on the CCSP SECUR 642-501 exam with the only authorized Self-Study guide based on the course from Cisco SystemsBased on the Securing Cisco IOS Networks course, and developed in collaboration with Cisco SystemsScenarios and case studies put learning into real-world contextReview questions in each chapter test concept comprehension and retention

CCSP Self-Study: Securing Cisco IOS Networks (SECUR) provides a comprehensive guide for the Cisco Systems CCSP SECUR 642-501 exam. It is also a reference for security practices, protocols, software, and equipment that work on or in conjunction with Cisco IOS equipment to provide layers of security to networks. Based on version 1.0 of the SECUR course, this guide will serve readers as a valuable study aid and continue as an invaluable theory and configuration guide.

Coverage includes new IOS features, Cisco Secure ACS (Access Control Server), advanced AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting) security topics, the Cisco IOS Firewall, VPNs, IPSec using Cisco routers, IKE (Internet Key Encryption), Crypto ACLs, NAT (Network Address Translation), and IPSec VPNs using Cisco routers, as well as the newest topics covered in the latest course, Cisco Easy VPN and Security Device Manager (SDM). A case study enables readers to walk through a scenario and help determine a real-world solution.