How Do You Create A Firewall Security Policy?
A firewall, whether a physical device (router or gateway) or software-based, is an effective tool in your security arsenal for controlling both inbound and outbound traffic on your computer. Firewalls can be physical devices with circuits dedicated to monitoring TCP/IP transmission, such as routers and gateways, software programs that run in the background as operating system services, or hybrids that incorporate rules-based software in connection with a physical firewall device. Regardless of the firewall type, you should develop a firewall policy that ensures your computer’s security integrity. Determine which of your applications, programs and utilities are absolutely necessary on your computer. List any risks or vulnerabilities associated with each necessary application and what is necessary to minimize the risk. For example, if a program requires that a specific port always be open for outgoing traffic, your computer could be vulnerable to a hacker or a virus if you do not have an
