Configuring Firewall Options; Responding To Ping Requests - Watchguard Firebox X15 User Manual

Configuring Firewall Settings

Configuring Firewall Options

You can use the Firewall Options page to configure rules that
increase your network security with methods other than service
rules.
1
To connect to the System Status page, type https:// in the
browser address bar, and the IP address of the Edge trusted
interface.
The default URL is: https://192.168.111.1
2 From the navigation bar, click Firewall > Options.
The Firewall Options page appears.

Responding to ping requests

You can configure the Firebox X Edge to deny ping requests. This
option overrides all other Firebox settings.
1
Select the Do not respond to PING requests received on
External Network check box or the Do not respond to PING
requests received on Trusted Network check box.
2 Click Submit.
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