I think the only way to secure a wlan is to require vpn authentication through the bridge. (Which means some hand held clients would not be able to authenticate.) The client should have the vpn software loaded on their machine/laptop, connect to a bridge residing on a vlan that has no connectivty to anythign other than the vpn concentrator. Establish an authenticated session and then be allowed on the network. At this point your data is also encrypted in a means other than wep!
my $.02 -Patrick >>> "C restion" 05/14/02 09:04AM >>> Btw....there's a great article on Wireless security on http://www.networkcomputing.com/1303/1303ws2.html This article also shows the importance of finding the right balance between risk assessment, cost and convenience. >>>>>>>>>>>>> Confidentiality Disclaimer <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< This email and any files transmitted with it may contain confidential and /or proprietary information in the possession of WellStar Health System, Inc. ("WellStar") and is intended only for the individual or entity to whom addressed. This email may contain information that is held to be privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any unauthorized access, dissemination, distribution or copying of any information from this email is strictly prohibited, and may subject you to criminal and/or civil liability. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender by reply email and then delete this email and its attachments from your computer. Thank you. ================================================================ Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7&i=44227&t=44152 -------------------------------------------------- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
