Distributed weakness in virtual private networks

The use of virtual private networks is increasing rapidly primarily due to security concerns. As the result of analyzing actual corporate VPN strategies, we identify a common vulnerability we name "distributed weakness in VPNs". Specifically we describe a simple routing attack that can be...

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Main Authors: Patton, S., Doss, D., Yurcik, W.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Computer science
Computer security
Filters
Intelligent networks
IP networks
Network address translation
Protection
Routing
Testing
Virtual private networks
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Summary:The use of virtual private networks is increasing rapidly primarily due to security concerns. As the result of analyzing actual corporate VPN strategies, we identify a common vulnerability we name "distributed weakness in VPNs". Specifically we describe a simple routing attack that can be launched against VPN tunnel endpoints with significant implications. We close with a solution to protect against exploitation of this vulnerability.
ISSN:0742-1303
DOI:10.1109/LCN.2000.891014