Remote-access Guide

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by Khalil Watsica PhD Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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Does cudalaunch work with SSL VPN?

With its web portal, the SSL VPN service provides seamless integration without having to install a client app. The CudaLaunch app for iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS works with the SSL VPN service to provide a richer level of remote access.

What is the cloudgen firewall SSL VPN?

The CloudGen Firewall SSL VPN is ideal for giving remote users secure access to their organization's network and files from virtually any device. With its web portal, the SSL VPN service provides seamless integration without having to install a client app.

How many users can I connect to the SSL VPN simultaneously?

The number of simultaneous users using the SSL VPN is limited only by the hardware limitations of the firewall. Remote Access subscriptions are available for CloudGen Firewall F18 and larger, as well as all Vx models. To use the SSL VPN and CudaLaunch, you must have an Advanced Remote Access license.

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What is Barracuda SSL VPN?

Comfort in a secure network The Barracuda SSL VPN provides extra security layers, including the ability to reverse-proxy Exchange ActiveSync traffic to keep Windows servers safely inside the network perimeter. Integrated antivirus protection secures file uploads to keep malware out of the network.

How much does Barracuda VPN cost?

The Barracuda VPN client costs $2,886 for a one year subscription, $7,376 for a 3-year subscription, and $11,548 for a 5-year subscription.

How do I connect my Barracuda VPN client?

Initiate a VPN ConnectionStart the Barracuda VPN Client.Select a VPN profile from the VPN Profiles list.Right-click the profile and select Connect. ... Depending on the profile settings, enter the authentication credentials for server, license, or proxy: ... Click Connect.

What is Barracuda Network Access client?

The Barracuda VPN Client lets you configure and establish client-to-site virtual private networks (VPNs) using the stand-alone client or integrated directly in CudaLaunch to allow mobile workers remote access to corporate resources. Suitable server-side functionality is included with the Barracuda CloudGen Firewall.

How does Barracuda VPN Work?

The Barracuda SSL VPN Portal provides simple browser-based remote access for desktop and mobile devices. When accessing the portal via the web browser, users can browse apps, network folders, and files as if they are connected to the office network.

How does SSL VPN Work?

An SSL tunnel VPN allows a web browser to securely access multiple network services that are not just web-based via a tunnel that is under SSL. These services could be proprietary networks or software built for corporate use only that cannot be accessed directly via the internet.

What port does Barracuda VPN use?

Ports for Remote Appliance Management Barracuda Networks recommends that you use the appliance web interface on port 8443 (HTTPS).

Where are barracuda VPN profiles stored?

vpn file contains a Barracuda Personal License, a license file will automatically be created during the import and stored at the default location for licenses, which is the Barracuda Network Access Client's working directory (usually C:\ProgramData\ngclient).

Can't connect to VPN gateway Barracuda?

The client might not be able to reach the public listen IP address of the Barracuda CloudGen Firewall. Try to ping the public listen IP address of the appliance from the client. Go to VPN > Client-to-Site VPN and verify that the tunnel is configured correctly.

Is there a barracuda network access client for iPhone?

Answer: The Barracuda SSL VPN is partially compatible with the iPhone and iPad. Network Places and non-Tunneled Web Forwards (Reverse Proxies, Replacement Proxy, and Direct URL) will all work with no problems.

What port does Barracuda VPN use?

Ports for Remote Appliance Management Barracuda Networks recommends that you use the appliance web interface on port 8443 (HTTPS).

What is Barracuda SSL VPN?

Unlike traditional IPsec-based VPNs that require client software installed on remote machines, the Barracuda SSL VPN provides secure remote access to network resources from any web browser. This removes the overhead of installing and maintaining clients and permits secure access from any operating system that can support a standard web browser. SSL technology also eliminates some of the deployment issues around IPsec VPN technology like IP address conflicts, NAT traversal, and DNS issues. Some features require the use of Java plugin for clientless access.

What is Google Authenticator?

Google Authenticator offers an easy way to use time-based, single-use passwords (TOPT) using Google infrastructure and mobile apps. The authentication module can be used by itself or in combination with other authentication modules for multi-factor authentication. A new verification code is automatically generated every 30 seconds. The official Google Authenticator app is available for Android, iOS and Blackberry (version 6 or lower) devices. Third-party apps are available for almost all other mobile operating systems. This feature works on both the desktop and mobile portals.

Does Barracuda SSL VPN work?

The Barracuda SSL VPN automatically scans files uploaded to the network file system and from intranet web applications for viruses, spyware, and other malware. Barracuda Energize Updates keep virus definitions current in real time to prevent even the latest malware from uploading to the network.

What is Barracuda SSL VPN?

The Barracuda SSL VPN provides extra security layers, including the ability to reverse-proxy Exchange ActiveSync traffic to keep Windows servers safely inside the network perimeter. Integrated antivirus protection secures file uploads to keep malware out of the network. Built on a hardened platform, the Barracuda SSL VPN is the ideal replacement for traditional software-based remote access gateways.

What is SSL VPN?

SSL VPN. Your army of road warriors and remote workers require a quick, flexible, reliable and completely secure way to connect to your internal enterprise applications, information and network resources. They want to do this from anywhere in the world, at any time and from any suitable device.

What is risk based authentication?

Risk Based Authentication allows the use of extra authentication for high risk applications.

Does Barracuda require a VPN?

Unlike traditional VPN technologies, the Barracuda SSL VPN does not require any additional client software or complicated settings.

Easy as Opening a Web Browser

The Barracuda SSL VPN makes it easy for remote users to access internal applications and files. Unlike traditional VPN technologies, the Barracuda SSL VPN does not require any additional client software or complicated settings. Logging in from home or the road requires only a web browser and Internet connection.

Comprehensive Authentication

Administrators have complete control over user access with the option of further securing resources with secondary authentication.

Comfort in a secure network

The Barracuda SSL VPN provides extra security layers, including the ability to reverse-proxy Exchange ActiveSync traffic to keep Windows servers safely inside the network perimeter. Integrated antivirus protection secures file uploads to keep malware out of the network.

How to enable SSL VPN?

To enable the SSL VPN service, you must create a VPN service. Users can authenticate with external or local authentication schemes configured on the CloudGen Firewall. You can also use client certificate authentication for the web portal and CudaLaunch.

What is SSL VPN?

The CloudGen Firewall SSL VPN is ideal for giving remote users secure access to their organization's network and files from virtually any device. With its web portal, the SSL VPN service provides seamless integration without having to install a client app. The CudaLaunch app for iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS works with the SSL VPN service to provide a richer level of remote access. The number of simultaneous users using the SSL VPN is limited only by the hardware limitations of the firewall. Remote Access subscriptions are available for CloudGen Firewall F18 and larger, as well as all Vx models.

Can a VPN be dynamic?

Dynamic access functionality can be applied to SSL VPN web apps, native apps, generic tunnels, and network places. VPN apps and dynamic firewall rules cannot be configured as dynamic apps.

What is SSL VPN?

The firewall's SSL VPN is ideal for giving remote users secure access to their organization's network and files from virtually any device. With its web portal, the SSL VPN service provides seamless integration without having to install a client app. The CudaLaunch App for iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS works with the SSL VPN service to provide a richer level of remote access. The number of simultaneous users using the SSL VPN is limited only by the hardware limitations of the firewall. Remote Access subscriptions are available for the firewall models F80 and higher.

Can you use SSL VPN with a certificate?

When using SSL VPN users can authenticate with external or local authentication schemes configured on the firewall. You can also use client certificate authentication for the web portal and CudaLaunch. To customize the portal for your corporation you can upload the logo and the welcome messages displayed when logging in.

How to enable SSL VPN?

To enable access to the SSL VPN portal via a hostname instead of only via the IP address (because the latter may change), you can use the third-party DynDNS service. Go to NETWORK > IP Configuration. In Dynamic Interface Configuration, enable Use Dynamic DNS for the required interface. Click Save.

How to use a dynamic interface to access the SSL VPN portals?

To use a dynamic interface to access the SSL VPN portals, redirect incoming HTTPS traffic to the SSL VPN service.

How to disable port 443?

In the Edit Static Network Interface window, select the SSL VPN check box. Disable port 443 if also using the SSL VPN service. If the VPN service is also enabled for this interface, go to VPN > Settings and verify that Listen on Port 443 is set to No. Click Save.

What is secondary IP address?

Typically, a secondary IP address is used to provide the SSL VPN portal on internal network segments.

Why use SSL VPN?

Configure SSL VPN on the firewall to give end users remote access to corporate resources. It is recommended to use a signed certificate to avoid browser certificate warnings when accessing the SSL VPN portals.

How to use question marks in SSL VPN?

Enter the user groups that can access the SSL VPN in the Allowed Groups list, and click + after each entry . Use question marks (?) and asterisks (*) as wildcard characters.

How to check if VPN is using port 443?

If you are running a VPN server on the same public IP address, go to VPN > Settings and verify that Use TCP Port 443 is set to No.

What is a cudalaunch?

CudaLaunch is a fully managed client for all SSL VPN features. VPN connections are fully integrated. On iOS, CudaLaunch manages the native IPsec client, including updating the configuration in case the VPN settings are changed on the firewall. On Android, CudaLaunch includes a full TINA VPN client; configuration changes are also pushed directly to the client, without interaction from the admin. For Windows and macOS devices, the VPN connection for the Barracuda VPN Client can be downloaded directly from CudaLaunch, but configuration changes of the VPN configuration are not synced.

Does IKEv1 work with VPN?

For IPsec VPN using the IKEv1 or IKEv2 protocol, every standard compliant VPN client should work. Depending on the platform, you may need to adjust the client-to-site configuration to match the requirements of the client. Currently, the native VPN clients on iOS and Android are supported only for IKEv1.

What is SSL VPN?

For SSL VPN, this is either CudaLaunch or a browser, depending on the resource. For full client-to-site VPN connections, this is the Barracuda VPN or Network Access Client, a native VPN client integrated in the operating system, CudaLaunch or a combination thereof, depending on the type of client device.

What is remote access client?

Depending on the type of VPN and resources, you must use a remote access client that is compatible with the VPN and the platform you are connecting from. In addition, the remote access client must also offer access to the resources you want to use. For SSL VPN, this is either CudaLaunch or a browser, depending on the resource.

What is a cudalaunch?

CudaLaunch is a fully managed client for all SSL VPN features. VPN connections are fully integrated. On iOS, CudaLaunch manages the native IPsec client, including updating the configuration in case the VPN settings are changed on the firewall.

What is browser based access?

Browser-based Access. Web-based resources or apps that do not require SSL tunnels can be accessed via the browser through the SSL VPN service on the firewall. This entry level access is good for infrequently used internal resources. For more information, see SSL VPN User Interfaces.

Does Barracuda have a VPN?

Barracuda VPN Clients. For client-to-site VPN connections, the VPN client is chosen to match the VPN protocol configured in the VPN service. For VPN connections using the TINA protocol, you must use the Barracuda VPN or Network Access Client. For more information, see Barracuda Network Access and VPN Client.

Does IKEv1 work with VPN?

For IPsec VPN using IKEv1 or the IKEv2 protocol, every standard compliant VPN client should work. Depending on the platform, you may need to adjust the client-to-site configuration to match the requirements of the client. Currently, the native VPN clients on iOS and Android are only supported for IKEv1. For more information, see Native iOS IPsec ...

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SSL Vpn Service

  • To enable the SSL VPN service, you must create a VPN service. Users can authenticate with external or local authentication schemes configured on the CloudGen Firewall. You can also use client certificate authentication for the web portal and CudaLaunch. To customize the portal for your corporation, you can upload the logo and the welcome messages d...
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SSL Vpn Resources

  • There are several different resource types for the SSL VPN. Depending on whether you access the SSL VPN via web browser or from CudaLaunch, different resources are available to you. For more information, see: 1. SSL VPN Web Apps 2. SSL VPN Native Apps 3. SSL VPN VPN Apps 4. SSL VPN Generic Tunnels 5. SSL VPN Network Places 6. VPN Group Policies for SSL VPN 7. Dynami…
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Dynamic Apps and Super Users

  • If configured as a dynamic app, an SSL VPN resource will only be available when enabled by an administrator who is part of a Super User group. Super Users can enable, disable, or time-enable dynamic resources if configured to do so in the SSL VPN settings. Dynamic access functionality can be applied to SSL VPN web apps, native apps, generic tunnels, and network places. VPN app…
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