Managing Cisco Networks Security

by Michael Wenstrom and Mike Wenstrom

Book Overview

Cisco authorized self-study book for network security foundation learning * Master technology concepts and security services to protect your network * Develop and implement a network security policy *... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1578701031
• ISBN13: 9781578701032
• Release Date: January 2001
• Publisher: Cisco Press
• Length: 832 Pages
• Weight: 3.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 2.1" x 7.6" x 9.4"

Customer Reviews

Must-have for Cisco Security

As I am currently working on my Cisco Security Specialization (CSS) I have read all books related to CSS. Out of the four books this is definately one of the most valuable references when it comes to Cisco network security. This book is well-structured, referencing all the potential threats and countermeasures that exist to network security. I really praise the author for his clear explaination of IPSec and PIX concepts. For those seeking to pass the MCNS 2.0 exam, this is a great reference and study guide. All necessary topics are covered, except the Cisco VPN Client, which has been added to the MCNS exam during version 2.0. Overall, a great book by a great author, a definite must-have for the future CSS1, CCIP/CCIE security specialists.

Excellent coverage of the exam and a good reference as well.

For those of you who work on the PIX Firewall from Cisco and need to be trained on the finer points of the application, you'll find this book is right up your alley. The author has put a great deal of effort in this manual and results give you the best possible book on the topic I have seen so far. In over 750 pages this manual is broken down into five parts, each building on the section before. The amount of information included is very detailed and well documented and I can see another volume of information on the horizon. In part 1 this is where you learn to set up the security policy dealing with threats, denial of service attacks and the hacking process. Also covered the security policies and securing the switches and routers. Part 2 moves to dial-up security with the use is Cisco's AAA security, PPP, CHAP, PAP, TACTAS+, ACS and Radius are the major topics covered. Showing the different ways to ensure the dial in accounts are the only things creating traffic that will enter into your network. In Part 3 the author shows that the secure internet connection is one of the most important parts of the network security scheme. Topics include the setting up of the DMZ, using and working with the bastion host, firewall with NAT and PAT, and the Cisco PIX Firewall. Part 4 is the PIX Firewall section where you learn about the configuration of the PIX firewall, configuring multiple interfaces and AAA encryption. Finally part 5 which deals with VPN and IPSec. The author does ensure an understanding of IPSec, configuration and configuration with PIX rounds out the Section. Case studies are included, examples of the router code, an abundance of other examples and well as hands on tasks makes this a must have for everyone network manager, administrator and security specialist.

This is what you need!!! long time waited

If you are looking for MCNS 2.0 exam, this book has covered all the topics you have required to pass exam, as well as some real world scenarios in security.good job MW! higly recomended!!!!

If you need to understand (cisco) security, this is the book

This book follows the Managing Cisco Network Security (MCNS) course produced by Cisco. What is great about this book is that it goes into more detail than what the course book does. That makes it a great resource if you don't attend the class; and makes it a great resource if you DO attend the class (for later reference). If you do attend, you'll see that the book does go farther. Mike Wenstrom did a great job with this.

a must read

A long awaited 'definitive' Cisco Press book on Managing Security within corporate networks. Makes excellent read both for the simple and technical minds. If you thinking of the MCNS Exam this is it!!