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Book Securing and Controlling Cisco Routers

Download or read book Securing and Controlling Cisco Routers written by Peter T. Davis and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2002-05-15 with total page 686 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Securing and Controlling Cisco Routers demonstrates proven techniques for strengthening network security. The book begins with an introduction to Cisco technology and the TCP/IP protocol suite. Subsequent chapters cover subjects such as routing, routing protocols, IP addressing, and Cisco Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting services (AAA)

Book Managing Cisco Network Security

Download or read book Managing Cisco Network Security written by Michael J. Wenstrom and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to secure your network with the official MCNS Coursebook

Book Hardening Cisco Routers

    Book Details:
  • Author : Thomas Akin
  • Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
  • Release : 2002-02-21
  • ISBN : 0596551908
  • Pages : 193 pages

Download or read book Hardening Cisco Routers written by Thomas Akin and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2002-02-21 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a network administrator, auditor or architect, you know the importance of securing your network and finding security solutions you can implement quickly. This succinct book departs from other security literature by focusing exclusively on ways to secure Cisco routers, rather than the entire network. The rational is simple: If the router protecting a network is exposed to hackers, then so is the network behind it. Hardening Cisco Routers is a reference for protecting the protectors. Included are the following topics: The importance of router security and where routers fit into an overall security plan Different router configurations for various versions of Cisco?s IOS Standard ways to access a Cisco router and the security implications of each Password and privilege levels in Cisco routers Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) control Router warning banner use (as recommended by the FBI) Unnecessary protocols and services commonly run on Cisco routers SNMP security Anti-spoofing Protocol security for RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, NTP, and BGP Logging violations Incident response Physical security Written by Thomas Akin, an experienced Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Certified Cisco Academic Instructor (CCAI), the book is well organized, emphasizing practicality and a hands-on approach. At the end of each chapter, Akin includes a Checklist that summarizes the hardening techniques discussed in the chapter. The Checklists help you double-check the configurations you have been instructed to make, and serve as quick references for future security procedures.Concise and to the point, Hardening Cisco Routers supplies you with all the tools necessary to turn a potential vulnerability into a strength. In an area that is otherwise poorly documented, this is the one book that will help you make your Cisco routers rock solid.

Book Hardening Cisco Routers

    Book Details:
  • Author : Thomas Akin
  • Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
  • Release : 2002-02-21
  • ISBN : 0596551908
  • Pages : 193 pages

Download or read book Hardening Cisco Routers written by Thomas Akin and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2002-02-21 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a network administrator, auditor or architect, you know the importance of securing your network and finding security solutions you can implement quickly. This succinct book departs from other security literature by focusing exclusively on ways to secure Cisco routers, rather than the entire network. The rational is simple: If the router protecting a network is exposed to hackers, then so is the network behind it. Hardening Cisco Routers is a reference for protecting the protectors. Included are the following topics: The importance of router security and where routers fit into an overall security plan Different router configurations for various versions of Cisco?s IOS Standard ways to access a Cisco router and the security implications of each Password and privilege levels in Cisco routers Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) control Router warning banner use (as recommended by the FBI) Unnecessary protocols and services commonly run on Cisco routers SNMP security Anti-spoofing Protocol security for RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, NTP, and BGP Logging violations Incident response Physical security Written by Thomas Akin, an experienced Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Certified Cisco Academic Instructor (CCAI), the book is well organized, emphasizing practicality and a hands-on approach. At the end of each chapter, Akin includes a Checklist that summarizes the hardening techniques discussed in the chapter. The Checklists help you double-check the configurations you have been instructed to make, and serve as quick references for future security procedures.Concise and to the point, Hardening Cisco Routers supplies you with all the tools necessary to turn a potential vulnerability into a strength. In an area that is otherwise poorly documented, this is the one book that will help you make your Cisco routers rock solid.

Book Cisco Router Firewall Security

Download or read book Cisco Router Firewall Security written by Richard Deal and published by Cisco Press. This book was released on 2004-08-10 with total page 2132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Harden perimeter routers with Cisco firewall functionality and features to ensure network security Detect and prevent denial of service (DoS) attacks with TCP Intercept, Context-Based Access Control (CBAC), and rate-limiting techniques Use Network-Based Application Recognition (NBAR) to detect and filter unwanted and malicious traffic Use router authentication to prevent spoofing and routing attacks Activate basic Cisco IOS filtering features like standard, extended, timed, lock-and-key, and reflexive ACLs to block various types of security threats and attacks, such as spoofing, DoS, Trojan horses, and worms Use black hole routing, policy routing, and Reverse Path Forwarding (RPF) to protect against spoofing attacks Apply stateful filtering of traffic with CBAC, including dynamic port mapping Use Authentication Proxy (AP) for user authentication Perform address translation with NAT, PAT, load distribution, and other methods Implement stateful NAT (SNAT) for redundancy Use Intrusion Detection System (IDS) to protect against basic types of attacks Obtain how-to instructions on basic logging and learn to easily interpret results Apply IPSec to provide secure connectivity for site-to-site and remote access connections Read about many, many more features of the IOS firewall for mastery of router security The Cisco IOS firewall offers you the feature-rich functionality that you've come to expect from best-of-breed firewalls: address translation, authentication, encryption, stateful filtering, failover, URL content filtering, ACLs, NBAR, and many others. Cisco Router Firewall Security teaches you how to use the Cisco IOS firewall to enhance the security of your perimeter routers and, along the way, take advantage of the flexibility and scalability that is part of the Cisco IOS Software package. Each chapter in Cisco Router Firewall Security addresses an important component of perimeter router security. Author Richard Deal explains the advantages and disadvantages of all key security features to help you understand when they should be used and includes examples from his personal consulting experience to illustrate critical issues and security pitfalls. A detailed case study is included at the end of the book, which illustrates best practices and specific information on how to implement Cisco router security features. Whether you are looking to learn about firewall security or seeking how-to techniques to enhance security in your Cisco routers, Cisco Router Firewall Security is your complete reference for securing the perimeter of your network. This book is part of the Networking Technology Series from Cisco Press, which offers networking professionals valuable information for constructing efficient networks, understanding new technologies, and building successful careers.

Book Cisco Access Control Security

Download or read book Cisco Access Control Security written by Brandon Carroll and published by Cisco Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only guide to the CISCO Secure Access Control Server, this resource examines the concepts and configuration of the Cisco Secure ACS. Users will learn how to configure a network access server to authenticate, authorize, and account for individual network users that telecommute from an unsecured site into the secure corporate network.

Book Mastering Cisco Routers

Download or read book Mastering Cisco Routers written by Chris Brenton and published by Sybex. This book was released on 2002-07-05 with total page 580 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Mastering Cisco Routers" takes a practical approach to what users need to know to use Cisco routers in the real world. Written by an internetworking expert, this book illustrates the business case for switching and routing, then shows how hubs, bridges, and Layer 2 switches fit into a network.

Book CCSP  Securing Cisco IOS Networks Study Guide

Download or read book CCSP Securing Cisco IOS Networks Study Guide written by Todd Lammle and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2006-02-20 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here's the book you need to prepare for Exam 642-501, Securing Cisco IOS Networks (SECUR). This Study Guide provides: In-depth coverage of every SECUR exam objective Practical information on Cisco security solutions Hundreds of challenging practice questions, in the book and on the CD Leading-edge exam preparation software, including a testing engine, and electronic flashcards Authoritative coverage of all exam objectives, including: Basic Cisco Router Security Advanced AAA Security for Cisco Router Networks Cisco Router Threat Mitigation Cisco IOS Firewall CBAC Configuration Cisco IOS Firewall Authentication Proxy Configuration Cisco IOS Firewall IDS Configuration Building Basic IPSec Using Cisco Routers Building Advanced IPSec VPNs Using Cisco Routers and Certificate Authorities Configuring Cisco Remote Access IPSec VPNs Managing Enterprise VPN Routers Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Book CCNA Security 210 260 Official Cert Guide

Download or read book CCNA Security 210 260 Official Cert Guide written by Omar Santos and published by Cisco Press. This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 1442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trust the best selling Official Cert Guide series from Cisco Press to help you learn, prepare, and practice for exam success. They are built with the objective of providing assessment, review, and practice to help ensure you are fully prepared for your certification exam. --Master Cisco CCNA Security 210-260 Official Cert Guide exam topics --Assess your knowledge with chapter-opening quizzes --Review key concepts with exam preparation tasks This is the eBook edition of the CCNA Security 210-260 Official Cert Guide. This eBook does not include the companion CD-ROM with practice exam that comes with the print edition. CCNA Security 210-260 Official Cert Guide presents you with an organized test-preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. “Do I Know This Already?” quizzes open each chapter and enable you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly. CCNA Security 210-260 Official Cert Guide focuses specifically on the objectives for the Cisco CCNA Security exam. Networking Security experts Omar Santos and John Stuppi share preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics. Well regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, comprehensive design scenarios, and challenging review questions and exercises, this official study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the exam the first time. The official study guide helps you master all the topics on the CCNA Security exam, including --Networking security concepts --Common security threats --Implementing AAA using IOS and ISE --Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) --Fundamentals of VPN technology and cryptography --Fundamentals of IP security --Implementing IPsec site-to-site VPNs --Implementing SSL remote-access VPNs using Cisco ASA --Securing Layer 2 technologies --Network Foundation Protection (NFP) --Securing the management plane on Cisco IOS devices --Securing the data plane --Securing routing protocols and the control plane --Understanding firewall fundamentals --Implementing Cisco IOS zone-based firewalls --Configuring basic firewall policies on Cisco ASA --Cisco IPS fundamentals --Mitigation technologies for e-mail- and web-based threats --Mitigation technologies for endpoint threats CCNA Security 210-260 Official Cert Guide is part of a recommended learning path from Cisco 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 http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/index.html.

Book Integrated Security Technologies and Solutions   Volume I

Download or read book Integrated Security Technologies and Solutions Volume I written by Aaron Woland and published by Cisco Press. This book was released on 2018-05-02 with total page 960 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essential reference for security pros and CCIE Security candidates: policies, standards, infrastructure/perimeter and content security, and threat protection Integrated Security Technologies and Solutions – Volume I offers one-stop expert-level instruction in security design, deployment, integration, and support methodologies to help security professionals manage complex solutions and prepare for their CCIE exams. It will help security pros succeed in their day-to-day jobs and also get ready for their CCIE Security written and lab exams. Part of the Cisco CCIE Professional Development Series from Cisco Press, it is authored by a team of CCIEs who are world-class experts in their Cisco security disciplines, including co-creators of the CCIE Security v5 blueprint. Each chapter starts with relevant theory, presents configuration examples and applications, and concludes with practical troubleshooting. Volume 1 focuses on security policies and standards; infrastructure security; perimeter security (Next-Generation Firewall, Next-Generation Intrusion Prevention Systems, and Adaptive Security Appliance [ASA]), and the advanced threat protection and content security sections of the CCIE Security v5 blueprint. With a strong focus on interproduct integration, it also shows how to combine formerly disparate systems into a seamless, coherent next-generation security solution. Review security standards, create security policies, and organize security with Cisco SAFE architecture Understand and mitigate threats to network infrastructure, and protect the three planes of a network device Safeguard wireless networks, and mitigate risk on Cisco WLC and access points Secure the network perimeter with Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) Configure Cisco Next-Generation Firewall Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) and operate security via Firepower Management Center (FMC) Detect and prevent intrusions with Cisco Next-Gen IPS, FTD, and FMC Configure and verify Cisco IOS firewall features such as ZBFW and address translation Deploy and configure the Cisco web and email security appliances to protect content and defend against advanced threats Implement Cisco Umbrella Secure Internet Gateway in the cloud as your first line of defense against internet threats Protect against new malware with Cisco Advanced Malware Protection and Cisco ThreatGrid

Book Securing Cisco IP Telephony Networks

Download or read book Securing Cisco IP Telephony Networks written by Akhil Behl and published by Cisco Press. This book was released on 2012-08-31 with total page 1154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The real-world guide to securing Cisco-based IP telephony applications, devices, and networks Cisco IP telephony leverages converged networks to dramatically reduce TCO and improve ROI. However, its critical importance to business communications and deep integration with enterprise IP networks make it susceptible to attacks that legacy telecom systems did not face. Now, there’s a comprehensive guide to securing the IP telephony components that ride atop data network infrastructures–and thereby providing IP telephony services that are safer, more resilient, more stable, and more scalable. Securing Cisco IP Telephony Networks provides comprehensive, up-to-date details for securing Cisco IP telephony equipment, underlying infrastructure, and telephony applications. Drawing on ten years of experience, senior network consultant Akhil Behl offers a complete security framework for use in any Cisco IP telephony environment. You’ll find best practices and detailed configuration examples for securing Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), Cisco Unity/Unity Connection, Cisco Unified Presence, Cisco Voice Gateways, Cisco IP Telephony Endpoints, and many other Cisco IP Telephony applications. The book showcases easy-to-follow Cisco IP Telephony applications and network security-centric examples in every chapter. This guide is invaluable to every technical professional and IT decision-maker concerned with securing Cisco IP telephony networks, including network engineers, administrators, architects, managers, security analysts, IT directors, and consultants. Recognize vulnerabilities caused by IP network integration, as well as VoIP’s unique security requirements Discover how hackers target IP telephony networks and proactively protect against each facet of their attacks Implement a flexible, proven methodology for end-to-end Cisco IP Telephony security Use a layered (defense-in-depth) approach that builds on underlying network security design Secure CUCM, Cisco Unity/Unity Connection, CUPS, CUCM Express, and Cisco Unity Express platforms against internal and external threats Establish physical security, Layer 2 and Layer 3 security, and Cisco ASA-based perimeter security Complete coverage of Cisco IP Telephony encryption and authentication fundamentals Configure Cisco IOS Voice Gateways to help prevent toll fraud and deter attacks Secure Cisco Voice Gatekeepers and Cisco Unified Border Element (CUBE) against rogue endpoints and other attack vectors Secure Cisco IP telephony endpoints–Cisco Unified IP Phones (wired, wireless, and soft phone) from malicious insiders and external threats This IP communications book is part of the Cisco Press® Networking Technology Series. IP communications titles from Cisco Press help networking professionals understand voice and IP telephony technologies, plan and design converged networks, and implement network solutions for increased productivity.

Book Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security  IINS

Download or read book Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security IINS written by Catherine Paquet and published by Cisco Press. This book was released on 2009-04-14 with total page 625 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (IINS) is a Cisco-authorized, self-paced learning tool for CCNA® Security foundation learning. This book provides you with the knowledge needed to secure Cisco® routers and switches and their associated networks. By reading this book, you will gain a thorough understanding of how to troubleshoot and monitor network devices to maintain integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices, as well as the technologies that Cisco uses in its security infrastructure. This book focuses on the necessity of a comprehensive security policy and how it affects the posture of the network. You will learn how to perform basic tasks to secure a small branch type office network using Cisco IOS® security features available through the Cisco Router and Security Device Manager (SDM) web-based graphical user interface (GUI) and through the command-line interface (CLI) on Cisco routers and switches. The author also provides, when appropriate, parallels with Cisco ASA appliances. Whether you are preparing for CCNA Security certification or simply want to gain a better understanding of Cisco IOS security fundamentals, you will benefit from the information provided in this book. Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (IINS) is part of a recommended learning path from Cisco 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. Develop a comprehensive network security policy to counter threats against information security Configure routers on the network perimeter with Cisco IOS Software security features Configure firewall features including ACLs and Cisco IOS zone-based policy firewalls to perform basic security operations on a network Configure site-to-site VPNs using Cisco IOS features Configure IPS on Cisco network routers Configure LAN devices to control access, resist attacks, shield other network devices and systems, and protect the integrity and confidentiality of network traffic This volume is in the Certification Self-Study Series offered by Cisco Press®. Books in this series provide officially developed self-study solutions to help networking professionals understand technology implementations and prepare for the Cisco Career Certifications examinations.

Book Cisco Cookbook

    Book Details:
  • Author : Kevin Dooley
  • Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
  • Release : 2003-07-24
  • ISBN : 1449390951
  • Pages : 912 pages

Download or read book Cisco Cookbook written by Kevin Dooley and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2003-07-24 with total page 912 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While several publishers (including O'Reilly) supply excellent documentation of router features, the trick is knowing when, why, and how to use these features There are often many different ways to solve any given networking problem using Cisco devices, and some solutions are clearly more effective than others. The pressing question for a network engineer is which of the many potential solutions is the most appropriate for a particular situation. Once you have decided to use a particular feature, how should you implement it? Unfortunately, the documentation describing a particular command or feature frequently does very little to answer either of these questions.Everybody who has worked with Cisco routers for any length of time has had to ask their friends and co-workers for example router configuration files that show how to solve a common problem. A good working configuration example can often save huge amounts of time and frustration when implementing a feature that you've never used before. The Cisco Cookbook gathers hundreds of example router configurations all in one place.As the name suggests, Cisco Cookbook is organized as a series of recipes. Each recipe begins with a problem statement that describes a common situation that you might face. After each problem statement is a brief solution that shows a sample router configuration or script that you can use to resolve this particular problem. A discussion section then describes the solution, how it works, and when you should or should not use it. The chapters are organized by the feature or protocol discussed. If you are looking for information on a particular feature such as NAT, NTP or SNMP, you can turn to that chapter and find a variety of related recipes. Most chapters list basic problems first, and any unusual or complicated situations last.The Cisco Cookbook will quickly become your "go to" resource for researching and solving complex router configuration issues, saving you time and making your network more efficient. It covers: Router Configuration and File Management Router Management User Access and Privilege Levels TACACS+ IP Routing RIP EIGRP OSPF BGP Frame Relay Queueing and Congestion Tunnels and VPNs Dial Backup NTP and Time DLSw Router Interfaces and Media Simple Network Management Protocol Logging Access Lists DHCP NAT Hot Standby Router Protocol IP Multicast

Book Managing Cisco Network Security

Download or read book Managing Cisco Network Security written by Syngress and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2002-05-29 with total page 786 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An in-depth knowledge of how to configure Cisco IP network security is a MUST for anyone working in today's internetworked world "There's no question that attacks on enterprise networks are increasing in frequency and sophistication..." -Mike Fuhrman, Cisco Systems Manager, Security Consulting Managing Cisco Network Security, Second Edition offers updated and revised information covering many of Cisco's security products that provide protection from threats, detection of network security incidents, measurement of vulnerability and policy compliance and management of security policy across an extended organization. These are the tools that network administrators have to mount defenses against threats. Chapters also cover the improved functionality and ease of the Cisco Secure Policy Manger software used by thousands of small-to-midsized businesses and a special section on the Cisco Aironet Wireless Security Solutions. Security from a real-world perspective Key coverage of the new technologies offered by the Cisco including: 500 series of Cisco PIX Firewall, Cisco Intrusion Detection System, and the Cisco Secure Scanner Revised edition of a text popular with CCIP (Cisco Certified Internetwork Professional) students Expanded to include separate chapters on each of the security products offered by Cisco Systems

Book Cisco Secure Internet Security Solutions

Download or read book Cisco Secure Internet Security Solutions written by Andrew G. Mason and published by Cisco Press. This book was released on 2001 with total page 540 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annotation nbsp; Essential security strategies using Cisco's complete solution to network security! The only book to cover interoperability among the Cisco Secure product family to provide the holistic approach to Internet security. The first book to provide Cisco proactive solutions to common Internet threats. A source of industry-ready pre-built configurations for the Cisco Secure product range. Cisco Systems strives to help customers build secure internetworks through network design featuring its Cisco Secure product family. At present, no available publication deals with Internet security from a Cisco perspective. Cisco Secure Internet Security Solutions covers the basics of Internet security and then concentrates on each member of the Cisco Secure product family, providing a rich explanation with examples of the preferred configurations required for securing Internet connections. The Cisco Secure PIX Firewall is covered in depth from an architectural point of view to provide a reference of the PIX commands and their use in the real world. Although Cisco Secure Internet Security Solutions is concerned with Internet security, it is also viable to use in general network security scenarios. nbsp; Andrew Mason is the CEO of Mason Technologies Limited, a Cisco Premier Partner in the U.K. whose main business is delivered through Cisco consultancy focusing on Internet security. Andrew has hands-on experience of the Cisco Secure product family with numerous clients ranging from ISPs to large financial organizations. Currently, Andrew is leading a project to design and implement the most secure ISP network in Europe. Andrew holds the Cisco CCNP and CCDP certifications. nbsp; Mark Newcomb is currently a consulting engineer at Aurora Consulting Group in Spokane, Washington. Mark holds CCNP and CCDP certifications. Mark has 4 years experience working with network security issues and a total of over 20 years experience within the networking industry. Mark is a frequent contributor and reviewer for books by Cisco Press, McGraw-Hill, Coriolis, New Riders, and Macmillan Technical Publishing.

Book Managing Cisco Network Security

Download or read book Managing Cisco Network Security written by Syngress Media, Inc. Staff and published by Gulf Professional Publishing. This book was released on 2000 with total page 510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Configuring Cisco IP Security" covers the full range of Cisco Secure hardware and software solutions--including PIX Firewall, Intrusion Detection System and Authentication Agent--to help engineers and administrators protect their ISPs, corporate networks and e-commerce sites. 50 illustrations, 70 screen shots, 10 worksheets.

Book Cisco Networks

    Book Details:
  • Author : Chris Carthern
  • Publisher : Apress
  • Release : 2015-11-27
  • ISBN : 1484208595
  • Pages : 856 pages

Download or read book Cisco Networks written by Chris Carthern and published by Apress. This book was released on 2015-11-27 with total page 856 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a concise one-stop desk reference and synopsis of basic knowledge and skills for Cisco certification prep. For beginning and experienced network engineers tasked with building LAN, WAN, and data center connections, this book lays out clear directions for installing, configuring, and troubleshooting networks with Cisco devices. The full range of certification topics is covered, including all aspects of IOS, NX-OS, and ASA software. The emphasis throughout is on solving the real-world challenges engineers face in configuring network devices, rather than on exhaustive descriptions of hardware features. This practical desk companion doubles as a comprehensive overview of the basic knowledge and skills needed by CCENT, CCNA, and CCNP exam takers. It distills a comprehensive library of cheat sheets, lab configurations, and advanced commands that the authors assembled as senior network engineers for the benefit of junior engineers they train, mentor on the job, and prepare for Cisco certification exams. Prior familiarity with Cisco routing and switching is desirable but not necessary, as Chris Carthern, Dr. Will Wilson, Noel Rivera, and Richard Bedwell start their book with a review of the basics of configuring routers and switches. All the more advanced chapters have labs and exercises to reinforce the concepts learned. This book differentiates itself from other Cisco books on the market by approaching network security from a hacker’s perspective. Not only does it provide network security recommendations but it teaches you how to use black-hat tools such as oclHashcat, Loki, Burp Suite, Scapy, Metasploit, and Kali to actually test the security concepts learned. Readers of Cisco Networks will learn How to configure Cisco switches, routers, and data center devices in typical corporate network architectures The skills and knowledge needed to pass Cisco CCENT, CCNA, and CCNP certification exams How to set up and configure at-home labs using virtual machines and lab exercises in the book to practice advanced Cisco commands How to implement networks of Cisco devices supporting WAN, LAN, and data center configurations How to implement secure network configurations and configure the Cisco ASA firewall How to use black-hat tools and network penetration techniques to test the security of your network