What is the purpose in configuring an IOS IPS crypto key when enabling IOS IPS on a Cisco router?

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What is the purpose in configuring an IOS IPS crypto key when enabling IOS IPS on a Cisco router?

  • to secure the IOS image in flash
  • to enable Cisco Configuration Professional to be launched securely
  • to encrypt the master signature file
  • to verify the digital signature for the master signature file

Explanation: The crypto key verifies the digital signature for the master signature file (sigdef-default.xml). The content of the file is signed by a Cisco private key to guarantee its authenticity and integrity.

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