Network Security Principles and Practices

Summary

This chapter discussed in detail how to secure the routing protocols that run any network. Aspects of secure routing were discussed, including router authentication. Techniques that can be used to enhance the security of routing protocols, such as route filtering and route advertisements, were also discussed. In addition, specific details for making BGP and OSPF routing architectures more secure were delved into. This chapter concluded with case studies involving BGP and OSPF routing protocols. This chapter lays the groundwork for other chapters and discussions. Specifically, this chapter supplements the discussions on security as implemented at the service provider level, as discussed in Part VII, “Service Provider Security,” of this ...