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SSL vs IPSec VPNs


From: Michael Douglas <mick () pauldotcom com>
Date: Tue, 19 Oct 2010 09:41:05 -0400

Hey all,

I'm trying to determine what protocols should be permitted on a new
VPN concentrator.

I'd like to stick with IPSec, it's tried and true, and to quote Garth:
"We fear change".  However, it seems that all the vendors are going
down the SSL route.  Now I know SSL is 'safe', but it seems like it's
more open to attacks like SSLStrip (thanks again Moxie for making us
aware of the problems!)  I get that SSL is easier for administrators
and end users alike, but is that convenience at too high a cost?

So what are your thoughts?  Am I being too paranoid?  If there are
articles or places where I should RTFM, that's cool... I just need to
know what FM to read!!  Please send the links/info  ;-)


Thanks for your input, and have a nice day!
- Mick
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