From 5ea97599619013dd7ea8f1856cdac00cbaeb5c2e Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Omar Santos Date: Mon, 18 Dec 2023 10:34:51 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] Update 802_1x.md --- SCOR/802_1x.md | 8 ++------ 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 6 deletions(-) diff --git a/SCOR/802_1x.md b/SCOR/802_1x.md index 0a330d0..f57f8c8 100644 --- a/SCOR/802_1x.md +++ b/SCOR/802_1x.md @@ -1,8 +1,6 @@ -# Understanding 802.1X and TrustSec Software-defined Segmentation +# What is 802.1X? -In the ever-evolving landscape of network security, understanding and implementing robust security protocols is paramount. - -Among these, 802.1X and Cisco TrustSec, which involves software-defined segmentation, play a crucial role in securing network access and data transmission. +802.1X is an IEEE Standard for port-based Network Access Control (PNAC). It is a protocol that enhances security in networks, both wired and wireless, by providing an authentication mechanism for devices trying to connect to a LAN or WLAN. ``` User Device (Supplicant) <----> Authenticator (Access Switch/Point) <----> Authentication Server (RADIUS) @@ -19,9 +17,7 @@ User Device (Supplicant) <----> Authenticator (Access Switch/Point) <----> Authe 10. [Authenticator] [Supplicant] ``` -## What is 802.1X? -802.1X is an IEEE Standard for port-based Network Access Control (PNAC). It is a protocol that enhances security in networks, both wired and wireless, by providing an authentication mechanism for devices trying to connect to a LAN or WLAN. ### Key Features of 802.1X: - **Authentication**: It uses the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) over LAN (EAPOL) to authenticate devices.