IP for switch-based ACL

Abstract

A system that facilitates protecting an internal network from internal attacks comprises an entity that requests access to the internal network, wherein the internal network includes a plurality of items. A multi-layered security component determines that the entity is authorized to access the internal network, and restricts access of the entity to a subset of the items. In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, a switch can be employed to restrict access of the entity to a subset of the items.

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[0001] This application is a divisional application of the PCT application whose national application number is 200580009561.7, the date of entering the Chinese national phase is September 19, 2006, and the invention title is "IP used for switch-based ACL". [0002] References to related applications [0003] This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 546,116 filed on February 19, 2004, entitled "IP FOR SWITCH BASED ACL'S", which is incorporated by reference in its entirety Included here. Technical field [0004] The present invention generally relates to protecting internal networks from internal threats, and more particularly, to protecting internal networks from internal threats by providing a part of the internal network with a multi-layer security system that facilitates restricting access to specific entities. Background of the invention [0005] Due to advances in computing technology, companies today can operate more effectively than simila...

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Problems solved by technology

therefore, there is still the problem of individuals being able to access parts of the internal network that are not relevant to their employment function

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