Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) R81.20 — Question 156

In what way are SSL VPN and IPSec VPN diferent?

Answer options

• A. IPSec VPN uses an additional virtual adapter, SSL VPN uses the client network adapter only.
• B. SSLVPN is using HTTPS in addition to IKE, whereas IPSec VPN is clientless
• C. IPSec VPN does not support two factor authentication, SSL VPN does support this
• D. SSLVPN adds an extra VPN header to the packet, IPSec VPN does not

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because IPSec VPN typically requires a virtual adapter for tunneling, while SSL VPN can work directly with the existing client network adapter. Option B is incorrect as both SSL VPN and IPSec VPN can utilize various protocols, and IPSec is not inherently clientless. Option C is misleading because IPSec can support two-factor authentication through various implementations, and D is incorrect since both protocols handle packet headers differently.