Cisco Part Number: C8000-HSEC=
Cisco C8000-HSEC=: High Security License for Catalyst 8000 Series Edge Platforms
C8000-HSEC is a license that unlocks advanced security features for Cisco Catalyst 8000 Series Edge Platforms. This license enables organizations to enhance their network security posture and protect against cyber threats.
Here's what you need to know about C8000-HSEC=:
Features:
- Advanced Threat Detection and Prevention (ATD/P): Identifies and mitigates known and emerging cyber threats in real-time, including malware, phishing attacks, and denial-of-service attacks.
- Secure Boot and Image Verification: Ensures the integrity of the switch firmware and prevents unauthorized software from being executed.
- Identity Services Engine (ISE) Integration: Enables centralized authentication, authorization, and accounting for network users and devices, providing granular control over network access.
- Secure Neighbor Discovery (NDP): Protects against vulnerabilities in the NDP protocol, which is used to discover and communicate with neighboring devices on the network.
- Enhanced MACsec Encryption: Encrypts data traffic between switches for added security and privacy, particularly in sensitive environments.
- Network Access Control (NAC): Enforces security policies and controls network access based on user identity, device posture, and other factors, ensuring only authorized devices can access the network.
Benefits:
- Improved network security: Provides comprehensive protection against a wide range of cyber threats.
- Reduced risk of data breaches: Encrypts sensitive data and ensures the integrity of the network infrastructure.
- Simplified network management: Centralizes security policy and configuration management through Cisco ISE.
- Compliance with industry regulations: Helps organizations meet stringent security standards and regulations.
- Increased user productivity: Offers a secure and reliable network environment for users accessing resources and applications.
Ideal for:
- Organizations with sensitive data: Businesses handling financial information, healthcare records, or other confidential data require high-level security to comply with regulations and protect valuable information.
- Companies with large and complex networks: Centralized management of security features becomes crucial for efficiency and consistent enforcement of policies across a diverse network.
- Enterprises with evolving security needs: Advanced features like ATD/P and NAC enable proactive threat detection and adaptation to new security challenges.
Technical Specifications:
- License type: Perpetual or subscription
- Supported features: ATD/P, Secure Boot, ISE Integration, Secure NDP, MACsec Encryption, NAC
- Supported platforms: Cisco Catalyst 8000 Series Edge Platforms
Additional Notes:
- The availability of perpetual and subscription licensing options may vary depending on your region and purchasing partner.
- Technical support for Cisco Catalyst 8000 Series Edge Platforms and the C8000-HSEC license is available from Cisco or authorized partners.
- Purchasing genuine Cisco licenses from authorized distributors ensures compatibility and avoids potential issues.
