Configuring Local Database AAA on a Cisco Router There are many instances where simple password-based authentication will not be adequate. Certainly many security policies will dictate that both username and password will be required if for no other reason than that the person who logs in to the router needs to be identified (authenticated) and his activities need to be … [Read more...]
Configuring PPP
Configuring PPP Objectives: Configure and verify a basic WAN serial connection Configure and verify a PPP connection between Cisco routers The configuration of PPP without any options does not even deserve its own section. All you need to do is access the interface you would like to enable to run PPP and type the command encapsulation ppp. After you do that on both … [Read more...]
CCSP SECUR FAQ : Authentication
CCSP SECUR FAQ : Authentication Q1. Which of the following is true? (Choose two.) A. Authentication provides a method for verifying the identity of users. B. NAS cannot provide authentication. C. Usernames and passwords can be stored on NAS. D. Cisco does not support RADIUS. Answer: A, C Q2. Which of the following is the least secure method of authentication? (Choose … [Read more...]