Setting Up The Security Policy In Ip40; Setting The Firewall Security Level - Nokia IP40 User Manual

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Setting Up the Security Policy in IP40

This chapter describes how to set up the Nokia IP40 security policy. It includes the following
topics:
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"Setting the Firewall Security Level"

"Configuring Virtual Servers"
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! "Creating Firewall Rules"
"Allow and Block Rules"
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"Deleting Rules"
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"Defining an Exposed Host"
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Setting the Firewall Security Level
You can control the firewall security level on the Firewall page. This level can be adjusted to
three states:
Low level security — enforces basic control on incoming connections, while permitting all
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outgoing connections.
Medium level security — enforces strict control on all incoming connections, while
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permitting safe outgoing connections.
High level security — enforces strict control on all incoming and outgoing connections.
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The default security level is Medium. Refer to
information on customizing your security policy.
To change the firewall security level
1. In the Navigation Bar click Security.
The Firewall page appears.
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