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[PEN-TEST] Vulnerabilities within MPLS ??
From: "Ruscher, Mike" <Mike.Ruscher () CSE-CST GC CA>
Date: Wed, 3 Jan 2001 16:42:50 -0500
I am searching for information on vulnerabilities in the Multi-protocol Label Switching (MPLS) protocol. I have been unable to gather information by searching on the common search engines, as the majority of the hits are related to the RFC's. I have organized several questions to better understand the subject: Are there any big holes that could lead to a security compromise? What is the difference between MPLS and MPLS VPN? I realize that plain MPLS does not provide confidentiality, integrity, and authentication by itself unless it is used along with IPSec. How is the route negotiated between the PE's (provider edge routers)? Can the route negotiation be compromised in any manner? What happens with traffic if one of the PE routers goes offline? I realize that these are difficult questions and the answers are likely to be lengthy. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Mike Ruscher Communications Security Establishment mgruscher () cse-cst gc ca
Current thread:
- [PEN-TEST] Vulnerabilities within MPLS ?? Ruscher, Mike (Jan 03)
- Re: [PEN-TEST] Vulnerabilities within MPLS ?? Joe Hacker (Jan 04)
- Re: [PEN-TEST] Vulnerabilities within MPLS ?? Sheldon Dubrowin (Jan 04)
- Re: [PEN-TEST] Vulnerabilities within MPLS ?? Simon Jenner (Jan 05)
- Re: [PEN-TEST] Vulnerabilities within MPLS ?? Dave Piscitello (Jan 07)
- <Possible follow-ups>
- Re: [PEN-TEST] Vulnerabilities within MPLS ?? St. Clair, James (Jan 04)
- Re: [PEN-TEST] Vulnerabilities within MPLS ?? Ruscher, Mike (Jan 04)