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This page contains links to download and installation instructions for VPN software for Linux.

University of Illinois students, faculty, and staff can use these directions to set up some Linux computers or devices to connect to the Virtual Private Network (VPN).

Cisco-supported Versions

Some versions of Red Hat Linux and Ubuntu are compatible with the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client. See the AnyConnect 4.8 Release Notes for a detailed listing of which versions and features are supported.

Downloading the VPN software

From the WebStore, download the VPN software that applies to your system's hardware (only 64 bit is supported in the 4.x software).

If you are using Ubuntu, you may also need to install the OpenConnect Network Manager in order to make the GUI work correctly:

for Ubuntu 16 try:

for older versions of Ubuntu, this command might be needed.

The information below has been modeled on the University of California at Irvine instructions provided at:

Vpn Client Windows Cisco Compatible

Additional troubleshooting tips are available there.

Red Hat Linux

As root, first unzip and untar the file, then run the vpn_install shell script. [Note the file name and directory name will change as the version changes. The example below was from version 4.3.05017.]

The vpn client will be installed on your system and the vpnagentd process will be started. This process will be started each time your system is booted.

Starting the VPN client

To start the VPN client:

• Command line:
  In a terminal window, type
  /opt/cisco/anyconnect/bin/vpnui

• Gnome user interface:
  Look for Cisco AnyConnect in the menu system.

• Fedora:
  Look in Applications -> Internet

The Connect to: box appears.

• Enter vpn.illinois.edu and press return.

When the connection begins, enter the following:

Cisco Vpn Client Ios Configuration

• Group menu: Select 1_SplitTunnel_Default
  (Note: This is the most common choice. See About VPN Profiles for information about the alternatives, such as Tunnel All for access to library resources.)
• Username: Your NetID
  (or, if you're a guest, your guest ID)
• Password: Your Active Directory password
  (or, if you're a guest, your guest password)

In the box that appears, click Accept.

You are now ready to use your VPN connection.

Ubuntu

A good source to help with this: http://www.socsci.uci.edu/~jstern/uci_vpn_ubuntu/

First, extract the files and install as root:

Accept the license agreement when prompted.

Then install the Ubuntu Network Manager plugins (note, even with this package Ubuntu 16 does not support the GUI interface: see https://askubuntu.com/questions/760864/no-more-anyconnect-compatible-vpn-transport-in-ubuntu-16-04 for more information):

To configure the VPN using the Network Manager:

1. Click on the 'Network Manager' icon in your System Tray on your desktop.
2. In the menu that appears, go to VPN Connections -> Configure VPN
3. Click Add.
4. Choose Cisco AnyConnect Compatible VPN (openconnect) and click Create.
5. Enter the following information:
   • Connection name: Tech Services VPN
   • Gateway: vpn.illinois.edu
   • User name: Leave blank at this point.
6. Click Save.

Starting the VPN client

1. Click on the 'Network Manager' icon in your System Tray on your desktop.
2. In the menu that appears, go to VPN Connections and click Tech Services VPN.
3. Click on the connection icon (two screens).
4. Enter the following information:
   • Group menu: Select 1_SplitTunnel_Default
     (Note: This is the most common choice. See About VPN Profiles for information about the alternatives.)
   • Username: Your NetID
     (or, if you're a guest, your guest ID)
   • Password: Your Active Directory password
     (or, if you're a guest, your guest password)
5. Click Login.

Disconnecting the VPN client

1. Click on the 'Network Manager' icon in your System Tray on your desktop.
2. Go to VPN Connections -> Disconnect VPN.

VPN Overview

A virtual private network (VPN) is a way to use a public telecommunication infrastructure, such as the Internet, to provide remote offices or individual users with secure access to their organization's network. In the past, companies would have rented expensive systems of leased lines to build their VPN only they could use. A VPN provides the same capabilities at a much lower cost.
A VPN works by using the Internet while maintaining privacy through security procedures and tunneling protocols such as the Layer Two Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) or IPSec. In effect, private data, being encrypted at the sending end and decrypted at the receiving end, is sent through a 'tunnel' that cannot be 'entered' by any other data.

Definition: IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) provides security services at the IP layer by enabling a system to select required security protocols, determine the algorithm(s) to use for the service(s), and put in place any cryptographic keys required to provide the requested services. The IPsec architecture is described in the RFC-2401 (www.ietf.org RFC-2401). IPSec has been selected to be embedded in IPv6. IPSec is strong because it was designed to be strong and replace some older methods like PPTP.
Today IPSec is the most secure way to access the corporate network from the Internet, here are some elements why:

• Strong encryption mechanisms like Encapsulated Security Payload (ESP) using DES, 3DES, AES with long key length (i.e. 128, 192, 256)
• Strong authentication of parties identity with the use of X-Auth and Certificate with long key length (i.e 1536, 2048)
• Use of Internet Key Exchange (IKE) and ISAKMP to automatically exchange keys and mutual authentication.
• Protection against denial of service attacks. The IPSec protocols use a sliding window. Packets are numbered and only accepted if they fit the window.
• Use of USB Stick, USB Token in conjunction with IPSec Client software to protect identity/authentication information and VPN configurations (i.e. a TheGreenBow specific feature).

Definition: Network Address Translation (NAT) is designed to decrease IT manager frustration for scarce public IP addresses. A NAT device takes a packet's originating private IP address, translates that address into a public IP address, before sending the packet across the Internet to its destination. NAT devices use an internal table to keep track of translated addresses but unfortunately manipulate the packet's original IP header, impacting IPSec ability to function. IETF (Internet Engineering Task Force) group worked out a solution called NAT Traversal (NAT-T RFC-3193). NAT Traversal is now widely implemented in routers and appliances.
TheGreenBow VPN Client supports NAT-T drafts 1, 2 and 3 (include udp encapsulation).

The differences between Transport mode and Tunnel mode can be defined (www.ietf.org RFC-2401) thought the following network configurations:

• Tunnel Mode is most commonly used whenever either end of a security association is a security gateway or both ends of a security association are security gateways, the security gateway acting as a proxy for the hosts behind it. Tunnel mode encrypts both payload and the whole header (UDP/TCP and IP).
  
  
• Transport Mode is used where traffic is destined for a security gateway and the security gateway is acting as a host e.g. SNMP commands. Transport Mode encrypts only the data portion and leaves the IP header untouched.
  
  

TheGreenBow VPN Client supports both modes.

Computer authentication by IPSec is performed by using preshared keys or computer certificates. A pre-shared key identifies one party during Authentication Phase. Per definition, 'Pre-shared' means you have to share it with another party before you can establish a secure VPN tunnel.
The strongest method of authentication is the use of a PKI and certificates. However, smaller organizations cannot afford the implementation of a PKI system and a well managed preshared key method can be easier and just as powerful.
TheGreenBow VPN Client supports both modes.

DPD or 'Dead Peer Detection' is an Internet Key Exchange (IKE) extension (i.e. RFC3706) for detecting a dead IKE peer. This mechanism is used by the Redundant Gateway feature.

Yes. A new checkbox appeared in VPN Client release 5.0 to disable DPD easily. Go to the 'Configuration Panel' > 'Global Parameters' > then uncheck the 'Dead Peer Detection (DPD)' checkbox.