Chapter 11 Configuring Inspection of Basic Internet Protocols

HTTP Inspection

The Select HTTP Map dialog box lets you select or create a new HTTP map. An HTTP map lets you change the configuration values used for HTTP application inspection. The Select HTTP Map table provides a list of previously configured maps that you can select for application inspection.

Fields

•Use the default HTTP inspection map—Specifies to use the default HTTP map.

•Select an HTTP map for fine control over inspection—Lets you select a defined application inspection map or add a new one.

•Add—Opens the Add Policy Map dialog box for the inspection.

HTTP Class Map

The HTTP Class Map dialog box is accessible as follows:

Configuration > Global Objects > Class Maps > HTTP

The HTTP Class Map pane lets you configure HTTP class maps for HTTP inspection.

An inspection class map matches application traffic with criteria specific to the application. You then identify the class map in the inspect map and enable actions. The difference between creating a class map and defining the traffic match directly in the inspect map is that you can create more complex match criteria and you can reuse class maps. The applications that support inspection class maps are DNS, FTP, H.323, HTTP, IM, and SIP.

Fields

•Name—Shows the HTTP class map name.

•Match Conditions—Shows the type, match criterion, and value in the class map.

–Match Type—Shows the match type, which can be a positive or negative match.

–Criterion—Shows the criterion of the HTTP class map.

–Value—Shows the value to match in the HTTP class map.

•Description—Shows the description of the class map.

•Add—Adds an HTTP class map.

•Edit—Edits an HTTP class map.

•Delete—Deletes an HTTP class map.

Add/Edit HTTP Traffic Class Map

The Add/Edit HTTP Traffic Class Map dialog box is accessible as follows:

Configuration > Global Objects > Class Maps > HTTP > Add/Edit HTTP Traffic Class Map

The Add/Edit HTTP Traffic Class Map dialog box lets you define a HTTP class map.

Fields

•Name—Enter the name of the HTTP class map, up to 40 characters in length.

•Description—Enter the description of the HTTP class map.

•Add—Adds an HTTP class map.

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ASA Services Module, ASA 5555-X, ASA 5545-X, ASA 5585-X, ASA 5580 specifications

Cisco Systems has long been a leader in the field of network security, and its Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) series is a testament to this expertise. Within the ASA lineup, models such as the ASA 5505, ASA 5580, ASA 5585-X, ASA 5545-X, and ASA 5555-X stand out for their unique features, capabilities, and technological advancements.

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Each of these Cisco ASA models brings specific advantages to varied environments. Their integrative capabilities enable businesses to enhance their security postures while benefiting from seamless scalability and management. As cybersecurity threats evolve, these advanced appliances play a vital role in protecting valuable digital assets.
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