Metro Ethernet Security
Layer 2 WANs offer many advantages over the technologies
they are replacing, but there are security concerns that must be addressed by organizations migrating to, or currently using, these new services. In order to avoid data leakage or any other form of unauthorized access or usage, organizations need to take an active role in protecting their data transmissions over the service provider's Metro Ethernet, VPLS or other Layer 2 WAN link.
The three main security risks within an Ethernet network are:
- A sniffer could intercept data streams allowing access to private company data
- A misconfigured router/switch could send your unprotected data to an unintended destination
- An intruder can launch an attack from a connected Layer 2 WAN to get access to your data
Without protection against these threats,
traffic can be intercepted, inspected, modified, redirected and/or used for unintentional purposes. Also, without proper authentication into the trusted zone of the organization's network, intruders can falsify their identities and access corporate information with disastrous effect.
Fortunately, with the CipherOptics
CipherEngine™ solution and family of
Security Gateway products organizations can now mitigate the risk of data leakage, loss or theft while maintaining the benefits of Layer 2 WANs. CipherOptics' solutions ensure data security over Metro Ethernet networks without affecting user experience or operational requirements.
For more information about CipherOptics' Metro Ethernet security solution, download our
Layer 2 Security Best Practices white paper.
The CipherOptics Network-wide Encryption Solutions easily integrate into your network. For more information or to speak directly with a CipherOptics representative about your security concerns, call us at 1-877-878-6655 or feel free to
ask us a quick question.
