stevedc@syma.sussex.ac.uk (Stephen Carter) (02/08/91)
Security on Ethernet Network Bridges ==================================== We are seeking a network bridge product that provides an adequate level of security in its 'filter' process. A description of the problem: I wish to link two ethernet networks - called Inside and Outside. I am happy for all Inside users to cross to outside. I want to restrict Outside users crossing to Inside, and want to check severly those that try. I am happy that a (charmingly named) Brouter based on tables of valid originating addresses would provide a level of security. If I were to be using X.25, then I am happy that I could have a SmartCard based challenge. What I **really** want is a ethernet Brouter/Bridge that at the very least issues a SmartCard challenge. Question: Does such a device exist? Is it marketed in the UK, and by whom? If only (eg) USA, where can I buy it? Replies to the undersigned, who will summarise replies. Stephen Carter, Systems Manager, The Administration, The University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9RH, UK Tel: +44 273 678203 Fax: +44 273 678335 JANET: stevedc@uk.ac.sussex.syma EARN/BITNET : stevedc@syma.sussex.ac.uk UUCP: stevedc@syma.uucp ARPA/INTERNET: stevedc%syma.sussex.ac.uk@nsfnet-relay.ac.uk