The use of IPsec is pervasive throughout the networking industry. However, many organizations are using IPsec in sub-optimal configurations that result in weaker connection security. Many ...

A virtual private network establishes a separate, independent connection between two endpoints on a public network. Businesses can set up a VPN tunnel to encrypt data transmitted between two gateways, ...

As we discuss in the companion article, “Configuring IPSec VPN on Cisco IOS,” site-to-site VPN tunnels offer a cheaper and often faster alternative to frame relay or even MPLS WAN connections. This ...

There is a new set of standards for Internet Key Exchange, which is a key component of IPSec. IKE is a collection of standards that authenticate devices at either end of VPN tunnels, picks encryption ...

The US National Security Agency (NSA) has published guidance on how to properly secure IP Security (IPsec) Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) against potential attacks. Besides providing organizations ...

VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a technology that provides secure communication through an insecure and untrusted network (like the Internet). Usually, it achieves this by authentication, encryption, ...

Understanding and working with project strongSwan is no child’s play, rather it requires deep knowledge and a sound understanding of Internet Protocols and other security features related to it. Here ...