Security Framework for MPLS and GMPLS Networks
RFC 5920
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Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) L. Fang, Ed.
Request for Comments: 5920 Cisco Systems, Inc.
Category: Informational July 2010
ISSN: 2070-1721
Security Framework for MPLS and GMPLS Networks
Abstract
This document provides a security framework for Multiprotocol Label
Switching (MPLS) and Generalized Multiprotocol Label Switching
(GMPLS) Networks. This document addresses the security aspects that
are relevant in the context of MPLS and GMPLS. It describes the
security threats, the related defensive techniques, and the
mechanisms for detection and reporting. This document emphasizes
RSVP-TE and LDP security considerations, as well as inter-AS and
inter-provider security considerations for building and maintaining
MPLS and GMPLS networks across different domains or different
Service Providers.
Status of This Memo
This document is not an Internet Standards Track specification; it is
published for informational purposes.
This document is a product of the Internet Engineering Task Force
(IETF). It represents the consensus of the IETF community. It has
received public review and has been approved for publication by the
Internet Engineering Steering Group (IESG). Not all documents
approved by the IESG are a candidate for any level of Internet
Standard; see Section 2 of RFC 5741.
Information about the current status of this document, any
errata, and how to provide feedback on it may be obtained at
http://www.rfc-editor.org/info/rfc5920.
Fang Informational [Page 1]
RFC 5920 MPLS/GMPLS Security Framework July 2010
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RFC 5920 MPLS/GMPLS Security Framework July 2010
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ....................................................4
2. Terminology .....................................................5
2.1. Acronyms and Abbreviations .................................5
2.2. MPLS and GMPLS Terminology .................................6
3. Security Reference Models .......................................8
4. Security Threats ...............................................10
4.1. Attacks on the Control Plane ..............................12
4.2. Attacks on the Data Plane .................................15
4.3. Attacks on Operation and Management Plane .................17
4.4. Insider Attacks Considerations ............................19
5. Defensive Techniques for MPLS/GMPLS Networks ...................19
5.1. Authentication ............................................20
5.2. Cryptographic Techniques ..................................22
5.3. Access Control Techniques .................................33
5.4. Use of Isolated Infrastructure ............................38
5.5. Use of Aggregated Infrastructure ..........................38
5.6. Service Provider Quality Control Processes ................39
5.7. Deployment of Testable MPLS/GMPLS Service .................39
5.8. Verification of Connectivity ..............................40
6. Monitoring, Detection, and Reporting of Security Attacks .......40
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