Description
Creating Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
The Cisco ASA 5550 SSL /IPsec VPN Edition Security Appliance is a powerful tool for creating Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Here are some details about creating VPNs with this appliance:
- Configuration: The ASA 5550 SSL /IPsec VPN Edition Security Appliance can be configured using the Cisco Adaptive Security Device Manager (ASDM) or the Command Line Interface (CLI). The ASDM provides a graphical user interface for configuring the appliance, while the CLI allows for more advanced configuration options.
- VPN Types: The ASA 5550 SSL /IPsec VPN Edition Security Appliance supports two types of VPNs: SSL VPN and IPsec VPN. SSL VPNs provide secure remote access to corporate resources over the internet using the SSL protocol. IPsec VPNs provide site-to-site connectivity between two networks over the internet using the IPsec protocol.
- SSL VPN: To configure an SSL VPN, you need to define a group policy that specifies the SSL VPN settings, such as the authentication method, encryption method, and SSL VPN portal settings. You also need to configure a web portal where users can log in to access the SSL VPN. The ASA 5550 SSL /IPsec VPN Edition Security Appliance supports various authentication methods, such as local authentication, LDAP, RADIUS, and Active Directory.
- IPsec VPN: To configure an IPsec VPN, you need to define a crypto map that specifies the IPsec VPN settings, such as the encryption method, authentication method, and Diffie-Hellman group. You also need to configure the IPsec VPN peer, which is the other end of the VPN tunnel. The ASA 5550 SSL /IPsec VPN Edition Security Appliance supports various encryption methods, such as AES, 3DES, and DES.
- High Availability: The ASA 5550 SSL /IPsec VPN Edition Security Appliance supports high availability, which means that you can configure two appliances in a failover configuration. If one appliance fails, the other appliance takes over, ensuring that the VPN services remain available.
- Monitoring: The ASA 5550 SSL /IPsec VPN Edition Security Appliance provides various monitoring tools, such as syslog, SNMP, and NetFlow. These tools allow you to monitor the VPN traffic and detect any issues that may arise.
Enforcing Granular Access Controls
The ASA5550-SSL5000-K9 Cisco ASA 5550 SSL /IPsec VPN Edition Security Appliance is a network security device designed to provide secure remote access to network resources for employees, partners, and customers. One of the key features of this appliance is its ability to enforce granular access controls, which means it can restrict access to network resources based on a user’s identity, role, and context.
Granular access control is important because it allows organizations to limit access to sensitive information and applications only to those who need it. This helps to reduce the risk of data breaches and other security incidents that can occur when users have too much access to sensitive resources.
The ASA5550-SSL5000-K9 uses several technologies to enforce granular access controls, including:
- Identity-based access control: This allows the appliance to verify the identity of users before allowing them to access network resources. It can integrate with various authentication systems such as Active Directory, LDAP, and RADIUS to authenticate users.
- Role-based access control: This allows administrators to define different roles for users and assign different levels of access to resources based on those roles. For example, an administrator can create a role for employees who only need access to certain applications and limit their access to other resources.
- Context-based access control: This allows the appliance to apply access policies based on contextual information such as time of day, location, and device type. For example, an administrator can create a policy that allows employees to access certain resources only during business hours or from a trusted device.
Protecting Web Applications
The Cisco ASA 5550 SSL/IPsec VPN Edition Security Appliance is a network security device designed to provide secure remote access to web applications. This appliance is part of the Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) family and is designed to protect against a range of network security threats, including unauthorized access, data theft, and denial-of-service attacks.
The ASA 5550 SSL/IPsec VPN Edition Security Appliance is designed to work in conjunction with SSL and IPsec VPNs to provide secure remote access to web applications. SSL VPNs provide secure access to web applications using a web browser, while IPsec VPNs provide secure access to web applications using a VPN client.
The ASA 5550 SSL/IPsec VPN Edition Security Appliance also includes a number of advanced security features, including:
- Firewall: The ASA 5550 includes a stateful inspection firewall that can protect against a range of network threats, including worms, Trojans, and other malicious software.
- Intrusion Prevention: The ASA 5550 includes an intrusion prevention system that can detect and prevent a range of network attacks, including port scans, denial-of-service attacks, and buffer overflows.
- VPN: The ASA 5550 includes SSL and IPsec VPN capabilities that can be used to provide secure remote access to web applications.
- Antivirus and Anti-Spyware: The ASA 5550 includes antivirus and anti-spyware capabilities that can be used to protect against a range of malware threats, including viruses, Trojans, and spyware.
- Content Filtering: The ASA 5550 includes content filtering capabilities that can be used to restrict access to web applications based on content type, URL, or keyword.
- Secure Configuration: The ASA 5550 includes a range of configuration options that can be used to enhance security, including support for VLANs, access control lists, and advanced security policies.
General Information
- Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number: ASA5550-SSL5000-K9
- Brand Name: Cisco
- Product Type: Security appliance
Technical Specification
- Form Factor Rack-mountable
- Connectivity Technology Wired
- Data Link Protocol Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
- Network / Transport Protocol: IPSec
- Performance: VPN throughput : 425 Mbps
- Firewall throughput : 1.2 Gbps
- Capacity SSL VPN peers : 5000
- IPSec VPN peers : 5000
- Features Firewall protection, VPN support, VLAN support
- Encryption Algorithm Triple DES, AES, SSL
Connectivity Slots
- Expansion Slot(s) 4 (total) / 4 (free) x SFP (mini-GBIC)
- Interfaces 8 x network – Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T – RJ-45
- 1 x network – Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX – RJ-45
- 1 x serial – auxiliary – RJ-45
- 2 x Hi-Speed USB – 4 PIN USB Type A
- 1 x management – console – RJ-45
Miscellaneous
- Compliant Standards CE, FCC Class A certified, CISPR 22 Class A, EN 60950, EN 61000-3-2, UL 1950, VCCI Class A ITE, IEC 60950, EN 61000-3-3, CSA 22.2 No. 950, EN55022 Class A, ACA TS001, AS/NZS 3260, FCC Part 15
Power Supply:
- Power Device Power supply – internal
- Voltage Required AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
