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What is the primary reason SecureBank decided to implement Network Access Control (NAC)?
What is the primary reason SecureBank decided to implement Network Access Control (NAC)?
- To reduce the number of remote employees in the company.
- To enhance management and security of network access. (correct)
- To eliminate third-party vendors from the network.
- To increase the number of devices that can connect to the network.
What was one of the key requirements that SecureBank wanted to achieve with NAC?
What was one of the key requirements that SecureBank wanted to achieve with NAC?
- Authenticate users and devices before allowing access. (correct)
- Increase the number of guest users without restrictions.
- Enable automatic device connection regardless of compliance.
- Provide unrestricted access to all employees.
Which of the following was a challenge faced by SecureBank prior to implementing NAC?
Which of the following was a challenge faced by SecureBank prior to implementing NAC?
- All devices were compliant with security policies.
- A lack of visibility and control over connected devices. (correct)
- Temporary access was available for all users.
- Too many employees had access to sensitive resources.
What type of access did SecureBank aim to provide for third-party contractors?
What type of access did SecureBank aim to provide for third-party contractors?
How did SecureBank's IT team plan to ensure device compliance?
How did SecureBank's IT team plan to ensure device compliance?
Which issue highlighted the risk of unauthorized device access at SecureBank?
Which issue highlighted the risk of unauthorized device access at SecureBank?
What aspect of third-party vendors' access posed a challenge for SecureBank?
What aspect of third-party vendors' access posed a challenge for SecureBank?
What was a significant risk associated with inconsistent security policies at SecureBank?
What was a significant risk associated with inconsistent security policies at SecureBank?
What was the primary reason SecureBank selected Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) as their NAC solution?
What was the primary reason SecureBank selected Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) as their NAC solution?
Which of the following access policies is NOT defined for employee devices?
Which of the following access policies is NOT defined for employee devices?
What authentication method was used for devices that do not support 802.1X?
What authentication method was used for devices that do not support 802.1X?
Which feature of Cisco ISE ensures only compliant devices can access the network?
Which feature of Cisco ISE ensures only compliant devices can access the network?
What happens to devices that fail the posture assessment?
What happens to devices that fail the posture assessment?
What type of access do guest users receive in SecureBank's network?
What type of access do guest users receive in SecureBank's network?
During the pilot test, which issue was identified with personal devices?
During the pilot test, which issue was identified with personal devices?
What improvement was NOT achieved after implementing the NAC system?
What improvement was NOT achieved after implementing the NAC system?
What role does network segmentation play in SecureBank's NAC implementation?
What role does network segmentation play in SecureBank's NAC implementation?
Which of the following statements about the guest portal is true?
Which of the following statements about the guest portal is true?
What does the term 'device posture assessment' refer to in SecureBank's NAC implementation?
What does the term 'device posture assessment' refer to in SecureBank's NAC implementation?
What was one of the outcomes of implementing the NAC system?
What was one of the outcomes of implementing the NAC system?
What type of devices were required to have enabled firewalls as per the posture assessment?
What type of devices were required to have enabled firewalls as per the posture assessment?
How did SecureBank's IT team define access policies?
How did SecureBank's IT team define access policies?
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Study Notes
SecureBank's Network Access Control Implementation
- SecureBank faced challenges managing its network access with a diverse mix of employees, vendors, and devices.
- Key issues included lack of visibility and control over device connections, unauthorized access, and no enforcement of security policies.
- SecureBank chose Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) as their NAC solution due to its compatibility with their existing Cisco infrastructure and comprehensive features.
- The implementation involved defining access policies for employees, personal devices (BYOD), third-party vendors, and guest users, with varying levels of access and security requirements.
- Authentication methods including 802.1X, MAC Authentication Bypass (MAB), and a web-based guest portal were implemented to secure network access.
- Device posture assessment ensured device compliance by checking for antivirus status, operating system patches, and firewall status.
- Non-compliant devices were quarantined or denied access, with users directed to instructions for regaining access.
- The network was segmented into VLANs for employees, vendors, guests, and quarantined devices.
- A pilot test was conducted before full deployment, identifying and resolving issues.
- The successful implementation of NAC resulted in enhanced security, improved visibility, seamless user experience, automated compliance enforcement, and role-based access control.
- SecureBank's case study highlights the benefits of NAC in securing a network by controlling access, enforcing compliance, and improving overall security posture.
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