In a Cluster, some features such as VPN only function properly when:
A.
all cluster members have the same number of interfaces configured.
B.
all cluster members’ clocks are synchronized.
C.
all cluster members have the same policy.
D.
all cluster members have the same Hot Fix Accumulator pack installed.
Can someone explain the answer please?
Love, Brad
0
0
See my comment below
0
0
Brad,
If clocks on cluster members are out of sync, then the SIC between members and the VPN will fail.
0
0
https://sc1.checkpoint.com/documents/R76/CP_R76_ClusterXL_AdminGuide/index.html#o7315
Clock Synchronization in ClusterXL
When using ClusterXL, make sure to synchronize the clocks of all of the cluster members. You can synchronize the clocks manually or using a protocol such as NTP. Features such as VPN only function properly when the clocks of all of the cluster members are synchronized.
0
0
CP-sniper,
your explanation is much appreciated.
Love, Brad
0
0
Add to that, VPN between gateways by default users Certificates (that’s the beauty of having an SMS) w/c is time sensitive
0
0
B. all cluster members’ clocks are synchronized.
0
0
To add to CP-sniper’s input. By default, CheckPoint devices managed by an SMS negotiate VPN via SSL w/c uses certificates. Certificates as a whole regardless of the application is very time sensitive. Generally, it only allows +/- 10 min. difference
0
0