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  • 1.  Endpoint Protection Firewall config - outbound

    Posted Jun 21, 2014 05:25 AM

    Hi, I am curious how do we create a rule/policy in endpoint manager to block port access inbound and outbound. Another thing, what is the best option firewall management for servers? Manage thru windows itself or thru endpoint manager?



  • 2.  RE: Endpoint Protection Firewall config - outbound

    Posted Jun 21, 2014 05:27 AM

    Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager - Firewall - Policies explained

    Article:TECH104433 | Created: 2008-01-20 | Updated: 2010-11-30 | Article URL http://www.symantec.com/docs/TECH181701

    Default Symantec Endpoint Protection 12.1 RU1 Firewall Policy explanation

    Article:TECH180569 | Created: 2012-02-02 | Updated: 2012-02-02 | Article URL http://www.symantec.com/docs/TECH180569

    https://www-secure.symantec.com/connect/blogs/best-practises-firewall-policy



  • 3.  RE: Endpoint Protection Firewall config - outbound

    Posted Jun 21, 2014 07:48 AM

    When you configure the rule, there an option to block traffic from both directions

    Adding a new firewall rule

    SEP fw is fully supported on servers. You may need to do some testing to ensure you open the necessary access for your services though.

    Best Practices for Installing Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) on Windows Servers