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Summary of JUNOS and JUNOS-FIPS Differences
There are several major differences between the
JUNOS software and JUNOS-FIPS. JUNOS-FIPS forms a non-modifiable limited
operational environment compared to JUNOS.
In general, when compared to the JUNOS software,
JUNOS-FIPS:
- Conforms to FIPS 140-2
- Establishes cryptographic boundaries around Routing Engines
and AS II FIPS PICs
- Defines rules for installing or removing Routing Engines
or AS II FIPS PICs
- Requires special installation procedures
- Mandates the use of IPSec tunnels in many areas
- Limits services used for remote access
- Allows only the use of approved ciphers
- Requires user logout on disconnect at console
- Sets strict requirements for passwords
- Requires special system logging considerations
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