Introduction to Trend Micro and TippingPoint Hands-on Labs Lab 1
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What is the purpose of the License Manager in the Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System (TPS) products?

To control the certificates and licenses, attach and detach speed and feature licenses, and create/download vTPS and vSMS license certificate packages.

What are the objectives of the Inspection Device Setup lesson?

To apply a license to a device using the License Manager, demonstrate the inspection device Out-of-Box-Experience, and perform basic tasks using the Local Security Manager (LSM).

Where can the License Manager be accessed?

Through the TMC (Trend Micro Control).

What does the License Manager screen provide?

<p>All the license information for the devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the TPS licensing model enable you to do?

<p>Attach and detach speed and feature licenses for TPS devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tasks can be performed using the Local Security Manager (LSM) according to the lesson objectives?

<p>Performing basic tasks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the components of the license certificate packages that can be created and downloaded from the License Manager?

<p>Virtual Threat Protection System (vTPS) and Virtual Security Management System (vSMS) license certificate packages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the license manager allow easy control of?

<p>Certificates and licenses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the TPS Licensing System Concepts in the context of the License Manager?

<p>To enable attaching and detaching speed and feature licenses for TPS devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the objectives of Lesson 2: Portfolio Overview?

<p>Identify the TippingPoint inspection device platforms, Describe the features and functionalities of the SMS, Explain the complete TippingPoint solution, Discuss common deployment scenarios</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Threat Protection Systems (TPS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)?

<p>TPS can block attacks and keep them from ever traversing the inspection device, whereas an IDS can only alert on bad or malicious traffic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does a TPS need to perform with speed, reliability, and performance?

<p>Because of its in-line nature, it needs to perform with speed, reliability, and performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are false positives considered a negative for a TPS?

<p>False positives are considered a negative because now the device is in-line and needs to be very sure when it blocks traffic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate marriage in a TPS?

<p>The ultimate marriage of the traditionally speedy network device and the traditionally slow security device into one fast networking and security device.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a TPS do in contrast to an IDS?

<p>A TPS can block attacks and keep them from ever traversing the inspection device, while an IDS can only alert on bad or malicious traffic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)?

<p>An IPS can block attacks and keep them from ever traversing the inspection device.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are false positives a concern for a TPS?

<p>False positives can lead to spurious alerts and can disrupt legitimate traffic since the TPS is in-line.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many segments of 1GbE can the NX Platform support?

<p>Up to 24 segments of 1GbE</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of segments of 10GbE that a NX chassis populated with 4 of the SFP+ NX I/O modules can achieve inspection of?

<p>Up to 16 segments of 10GbE</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many hot-swappable I/O modules can every NX chassis support?

<p>Up to 4 hot-swappable I/O modules</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name the 1G SFP transceiver bundles included in the supported transceivers.

<p>24 1G SFP LC LX Transceiver Bundle (2 pieces) and 1G SFP LC SX Transceiver Bundle (2 pieces)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of bypass I/O modules?

<p>To permit network traffic and services while bypassing the IPS entirely when the IPS loses power</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many segments of 40GbE is the 40G bypass module supported in?

<p>1-Segment 40G Fiber SR and 1-Segment 40G Fiber LR</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of devices do not support ANY 40 Gbps modules?

<p>5500TX devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of segments of 10GbE that a NX chassis populated with 4 of the SFP+ NX I/O modules can achieve inspection of?

<p>Up to 16 segments of 10GbE</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

License Manager in TippingPoint TPS

  • The License Manager controls and manages licenses for TippingPoint Threat Protection System (TPS) products.
  • Accessible via the TPS management interface.
  • The screen provides an overview of licensing status, including active licenses and usage metrics.
  • The licensing model permits customization and flexibility in scaling TPS capabilities.

Inspection Device Setup Objectives

  • Familiarization with the setup process of inspection devices in the TPS.
  • Ensures efficient deployment and integration of TPS into security infrastructure.

Local Security Manager (LSM) Functions

  • Allows management of local configurations and policy settings within the TPS environment.
  • Facilitates monitoring and reporting on device performance and security incidents.

License Certificate Components

  • License certificates include information such as license type, expiration dates, and details about activated features.
  • Certificates can be created and downloaded for easy access and management.

Control Through License Manager

  • Enables straightforward management of multiple licensing aspects, ensuring compliance and optimal usage of TPS capabilities.

Purpose of TPS Licensing System Concepts

  • Provides foundational knowledge on how the license structure and models work, aiding in effective license management.

Lesson 2: Portfolio Overview Objectives

  • Introduces the entire product range of TippingPoint solutions.
  • Highlights key features, capabilities, and differentiators of TPS in the cybersecurity landscape.

Difference Between TPS and IPS

  • TPS is designed for active threat prevention while IPS focuses on detecting and responding to intrusions.
  • TPS manages real-time threats with a proactive approach, whereas IPS typically reacts to network attacks.

Performance Expectations for TPS

  • Speed, reliability, and performance are crucial for TPS to effectively mitigate threats without interrupting network traffic.

Concerns with False Positives

  • False positives can disrupt legitimate traffic and hinder operations, undermining trust in the TPS's effectiveness.

Ultimate Marriage in a TPS

  • The ultimate goal is achieving a balance between security protection and minimal impact on network performance.

TPS vs IDS Functionality

  • TPS actively blocks threats, while Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) primarily monitor and alert without intervention.

Role of an Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)

  • IPS proactively detects and blocks threats in real-time to secure the network.

Bypass I/O Modules Purpose

  • Bypass modules ensure critical network traffic continues during device failures or maintenance, enhancing uptime.

NX Platform Segment Capabilities

  • Supports multiple segments of 1GbE, enhancing scalability and performance in diverse network architectures.
  • A chassis with 4 SFP+ NX I/O modules can inspect a maximum number of 10GbE segments for high-speed requirements.
  • Capable of supporting a specific number of 40GbE segments, with certain models not supporting any 40 Gbps modules.

SFP Transceiver Bundles

  • Includes a variety of 1G SFP transceivers tailored for different networking needs, facilitating connectivity.

Hot-swappable I/O Modules

  • Each NX chassis can accommodate numerous hot-swappable I/O modules for flexible system upgrades and maintenance.

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