Is the MD5 encryption used when one enables the "service password-encryption" before entering the vty password?
What encryption mechanism is used when a password is entered as type 7? Thanks "Henry D." wrote: > > It's not possible to use MD5 on vty's. > I suppose the reason would be that MD5 enable > password is not all that much more secure than type > 7 passwords. When you type them they both are being > sent over the network in clear text anyway. The only reason > for using MD5 would be so anyone who sees your config > wouldn't be able to crack the MD5 password as easily as type 7. > But on the other hand, if you have access to the config, you're either > already in enabled mode or you store it in insecure place. If insecure place > then there may be other ways to break into or your equipment anyways. > You see, there is no perfect simple solution, you got to rely on many steps > to protect what needs to be protected. > > ""Charlie Wehner"" wrote in message > [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... > > Is there any way to MD5 encrypt vty passords? > > > > If so, how? > > > > If not, why not? > > > > Thanks, > > Charlie Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7&i=33561&t=33533 -------------------------------------------------- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
