Cisco IOS Security offers valuable features such as AAA, VPN, IPsec, and firewall capabilities. It excels in scalability, stability, and user-friendliness, supporting extensive integration and automation. It provides robust security features, including IPsec, Intrusion Prevention Systems, and Application Visibility and Control. Cisco IOS Security includes high compatibility, ease of use, and reliable technical support, making it preferable for various enterprises. Its comprehensive security includes DNS services, network access control, and endpoint protection.
- "I recommend Cisco IOS Security for other organizations."
- "This solution, called Network Access Controller, handles authentication, authorization, and accounting for devices accessing the network."
- "Cisco IOS Security is a mature product with extensive capabilities, serving as the base for the defense layer. It offers good network visibility, which helps in rapid response through the Rapid Threat Containment feature. Its deployment and configuration are straightforward."
Cisco IOS Security requires improvements in user interface simplicity, performance stability, and enhanced security features. Integration flexibility with non-Cisco solutions and easier setup processes are needed. Licensing costs can be prohibitive for small to medium-sized businesses. Managing ACLs is complex, and automatic IPS signature updates lag behind competitors. Zone-based firewall conversions impact CPU utilization negatively. Enhanced cloud integration and better automated threat response are also necessary. Improvements in dashboard statistics and centralized reporting are desired.
- "Pricing can be reduced. I rate the current price for the product a four out of ten."
- "While I do not have specific recommendations for improvement, pricing can be reduced."
- "In the security portfolio from Cisco, the issue is marketing. Cisco is still seen primarily as an enterprise network player rather than being acknowledged as a security vendor."
