What is the firewall programs default configuration?
The firewall program’s default security level is set to medium. The medium protection setting prevents harmful programs from hacking into your computer by blocking unused ports, and asks for permission each time an ActiveX or Java applet attempts to run. ITS recommends a medium-level setting for most users. Return to top What should I do when the firewall program displays a security alert? The appearance of a security alert does not always indicate that an intrusion has occurred. Usually, your firewall program will recommend a course of action. If you encounter an alert that does not contain a recommendation, you should visit the vendor’s website for further information. What are the configuration details for the ITS-supported firewall? The default firewall rules in the ITS distribution of the client firewall are listed below: • Inbound ICMP: Permit only certain commands (Echo Reply, Destination Unreachable, Time Exceeded) from any computer • Outbound ICMP:Permit ICMP outbound on any c
