Computer and Information Security Handbook, 3rd Edition

Chapter 81: Securing the Infrastructure

Review Questions/Exercises

True/False

1. True

2. False

3. True

4. False

5. False

Multiple Choice

1. C

2. D

3. C

4. B

5. E

Exercise

Solution

The following is a partial exercise solution. The students should be able to expand on the following:

It's appropriate to enable 802.1x authentication on any and all Ethernet ports on which you do not explicitly trust the device connected to the port. Be aware that to really trust the device, you need to have a high level of confidence in the physical security of the Ethernet switch, the device connecting to it, and the Ethernet cable path connecting them. It's generally assumed that wireless connections are not secure in real-world deployments. People widely recognize the need for ...