Security Threat Mitigation and Response: Understanding Cisco Security MARS

Chapter 5. CS-MARS Appliance Setup and Configuration

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In this chapter, you learn the fundamental steps required to configure and deploy your CS-MARS platform. Topics discussed include these:

• Deploying CS-MARS in Your Network

• CS-MARS Initial Setup and Quick Install

• CS-MARS Reporting Device Setup

• Creating Users and Groups

• Configuring NetFlow and Vulnerability Scanning

• Configuring CS-MARS System Maintenance

• Configuring System Parameters

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In previous chapters, you learned the difference between security threat mitigation (STM) and security information management (SIM). Understanding the advantages of deploying an STM in your environment, you now walk through the steps necessary for the initial configuration and setup of ...