Cisco IPS 642-532 Exam Description
The Securing Networks Using Intrusion Prevention Systems exam is one of the exams associated with the Cisco Certified Security Professional and the Cisco IPS Specialist certifications. Candidates can prepare for this exam by taking the IPS v5.0 course. This 642-532 exam includes simulations and tests a candidate’s knowledge and ability to describe, configure, verify and manage the Cisco IPS appliance products.
Exam Topics
The following information provides general guidelines for the content likely to be included on the exam. However, other related topics may also appear on any specific delivery of the exam. In order to better reflect the contents of the exam and for clarity purposes the guidelines below may change at any time without notice. Describe how Cisco IDS/IPS sensors are used to mitigate network security threats
Select the best sensor platform to protect a given network
Describe the features of the IDSM-2
Describe the features of the NM-CIDS
List sensor requirements for inline operations
List platforms on which the 50 image will run
Explain the difference between inline and promiscuous mode sensor operations
Select the most effective location for the sensor and other defense-in-depth components
Explain how Cisco IDS/IPS protects network devices from attacks (Describe signatures, alerts, and actions)
Explain the similarities and differences among the various intrusion detection technologies
Explain the evasive techniques used by hackers and how Cisco IDS defeats those techniques
Explain the differences between HIPS and Network IPS
Describe the network sensors that are currently available and their features
Describe the considerations necessary for selection, placement, and deployment of a network intrusion prevention system
Explain the features, benefits, and system requirements of the IDM
Describe traffic that is not inspected by the NM-CIDS
Define intrusion detection
Define intrusion prevention
Explain the Cisco IDS/IPS signature features
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