Chapter 19. Storage Security

Like IP infrastructure, the storage infrastructure must be protected from security vulnerabilities such as denial of service (DoS) and other malware attacks. In addition, elevation of privileges can also occur if a guest’s account is not managed properly. These security risks can result in data being stolen, corrupted, and applications not functioning properly. Because of its broad capabilities, unique security considerations must be addressed when deploying the storage infrastructure in your network. The Cisco MDS 9000 NX-OS software supports advanced security features that provide security within a storage-area network (SAN). These features protect your network against deliberate or unintentional disruptions from ...

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