Network Firewalls

MUST READ Activating an XP firewall on a LAN TIP - Receive peer advice on how to activate an XP firewall on a corporate LAN and learn what tools will contribute to your overall network security. The pros and cons of application firewalls EXPERT ANSWER - Why is it that positive model application (layer 7) firewalls are NOT the default option? Playing with fire(walls) QUIZ - Find out how well you know your firewall.

EXPERT TECHNICAL ADVICE: 1 - 3 of 68

NETWORK FIREWALLS EXPERTS
			Mike Chapple IT Security Professional ASK A QUESTION

	Is it possible to allow select access to IP addresses using Windows Server 2003? 17 Jun 2008 EXPERT ANSWER - Switching from Zone Alarm 2000 to Windows Server 2003, a SearchSecurity.com reader asks expert Mike Chapple how to limit inbound connections.

	Users are complaining that they can no longer reach any login site belonging to Microsoft. Any ideas? 10 Sep 2008 EXPERT ANSWER - When users can no longer access certain websites, a proxy is most likely the cause. In this identlty and access management expert response, learn best practices for managing such proxies.

	Is an IPsec VPN necessary when connecting remote servers that process financial transactions? 16 Jun 2008 EXPERT ANSWER - When connecting to remote servers through the Internet, especially when financial data is at stake, security is paramount. Network security expert Mike Chapple addresses basic precautions to take and makes his recommendation ...

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NEWS: 1 - 3 of 35

	Kaminsky: DNS issue still major threat SearchSecurity.com | 29 Sep 2008 ARTICLE - Dan Kaminsky, discoverer of a severe DNS vulnerability, says there are a number of complicated systems still vulnerable to attack.

	Check Point adds virtual firewall appliance SearchSecurity.com | 19 Aug 2008 ARTICLE - Indianapolis-based BlueLock LLC uses Check Point's virtual firewall appliance to secure its VMware infrastructure.

	PCI DSS 1.2 clarifies wireless, antivirus use SearchSecurity.com | 19 Aug 2008 ARTICLE - Version 1.2 of PCI DSS, due out in October, requires 802.1x for wireless protection and antivirus for all operating systems, according to a summary of the changes issued Tuesday.

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REFERENCE & LEARNING: 1 - 3 of 10

	Network Access Control Learning Guide SearchSecurity.com and SearchWindowsSecurity.com | 01 Jun 2006 LEARNING GUIDE - Learn how to block and secure untrusted endpoints, and control user access with this Learning Guide.

	Firewall Learning Guide SearchSecurity.com & SearchNetworking.com | 28 Mar 2006 LEARNING GUIDE - Get to know your firewall inside and out with this compilation of resources on firewall vulnerabilities, configuration and more.

	Thwarting Hacker Techniques SearchSecurity.com | 17 Jun 2005 LEARNING GUIDE - This guide provides you with a plethora of tips, expert advice and Web resources that offer more in-depth information about hacker techniques and various tactics you can employ to protect your network.

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MAGAZINE CONTENT (free subscription required): 1 - 3 of 14

	Product Review: Sophos Endpoint Security and Control 8.0 Information Security Magazine | 01 Sep 2008 HOT PICK & PRODUCT REVIEWS - Sophos Endpoint Security and Control 8.0 is a comprehensive endpoint security product, offering antivirus, antispyware, host intrusion prevention, firewalling, application control, device control, and network access control.

	Product review: Tufin's Tufin SecureTrack 4.1 Information Security Magazine | 01 Apr 2008 HOT PICK & PRODUCT REVIEWS - FIREWALL MANAGEMENT

	Product review: Netgear's Netgear FVS336G ProSafe Dual WAN Gigabit Firewall Information Security Magazine | 01 Apr 2008 HOT PICK & PRODUCT REVIEWS - FIREWALL

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WEBCASTS: 1 - 2 of 2

	A glimpse into the future of security-enabled networks - Expert Webcast VIEW WEBCAST PREMIERED:   16 AUG 2006, 09:00 EDT (13:00, GMT) SUMMARY:   This hour-long webcast will help every security practitioner understand network/security evolution and how to harness this strategic trend to make better tactical decisions.

	CISSP Essentials: Mastering the Common Body of Knowledge -- Class 5, Telecommunciations and Networking - Expert Webcast VIEW WEBCAST PREMIERED:   03 DEC 2004, 09:00 EST (14:00, GMT) SUMMARY:   This class focuses on the glue of network security: how networks work, how data is transmitted from one device to another, and how applications understand, interpret and translate data.

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DEFINITIONS: 1 - 3 of 6

	screened subnet 04 Feb 2008 WORD - A screened subnet (also known as a "triple-homed firewall") is a network architecture that uses a single firewall with three network interfaces. Interface 1 is the public interface and connects to the Internet. ...

	bastion host 14 Aug 2000 WORD - On the Internet, a bastion host is the only host computer that a company allows to be addressed directly from the public network and that is designed to screen the rest of its network from security exposure.

	Firewall Builder 29 Sep 2005 WORD - Firewall Builder, also known as Fwbuilder, is a vendor-neutral configuration and management application for firewalls. The application was created for the Linux operating system; versions are available for other operating ...

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	SEE ALSO - Topics Related to Network Firewalls:  Network Routers and Switches, Network Device Management, Unified Threat Management (UTM)