Cloud RADIUS: Why It’s Essential for Modern Networks.

On-premise Remote Authentication Dial-in User Service (RADIUS) is losing relevance since it does not support remote authentication of users and devices. They need VPNs to connect to remote networks, making them vulnerable to threats and MITM attacks. Being physically present in a location requires constant hardware maintenance and security. It is not scalable since it […]

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Cloud 802.1x Explained

What Is Cloud 802.1x? An 802.1x network is unique in one major way; it uses a Cloud RADIUS server as a means of authenticating users. The Cloud RADIUS checks a user’s credentials to see if they are an active member of an enterprise and grants users varying privileges of access depending on the network policies […]

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Breaking Down the 802.1X Protocol

The 802.1X protocol is a pivotal authentication protocol in network security that is widely used. Its foremost aim is to enhance the security of the network by transitioning from WPA2-PSK networks, which are deemed less secure due to their dependence on a solitary shared password, to the more dependable WPA2-Enterprise/802.1X standard. The implementation of this […]

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