Optimizing security and CPU utilization using software ACL in VRF traffic management
Feature Name | Release Information | Description |
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Optimizing security and CPU utilization using software ACL in VRF traffic management | Cisco IOS XE 17.15.3b |
The Software ACL (SW ACL) is a platform-specific feature designed to control Layer 3 VRF traffic, such as ICMP, SSH, and Telnet, by managing traffic punted to the CPU. This feature enhances security and optimizes CPU utilization by allowing only explicitly permitted traffic to reach the CPU. The software ACLs enhances reliable and secure VRF-based services in enterprise networks and service provider networks. Command introduced:platform sw_acl enable interface {icmp | ssh | telnet} |