Firewall Configuration
Firewall Configuration involves establishing and maintaining secure settings for firewalls, which are network security systems that monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. This process is essential in Vulnerability Management as it helps to prevent unauthorized access, misuse, malfunction, modification, or denial of a computer system or network and thereby protects the technology infrastructure of an organization from potential threats. By properly configuring firewalls, organizations can ensure that their networks are secure and that only authorized traffic is allowed to pass through. This includes setting up rules for inbound and outbound traffic, configuring access controls, and establishing protocols for managing firewall updates and changes.