Windows Server® 2012 Unleashed

Deploying Security Through Multiple Layers of Defense

Because even the most secure infrastructures are subject to vulnerabilities, deploying multiple layers of security on critical network data is recommended. If a single layer of security is compromised, the intruder must bypass the second or even third level of security to gain access to the vital data. For example, relying on a complex 256-bit “unbreakable” encryption scheme is worthless if an intruder simply uses social engineering to acquire the password or PIN from a validated user. Putting in a second or third layer of security, in addition to the first one, makes it that much more difficult for intruders to break through all layers.

Securing data in transit with Windows Server 2012 uses ...