Advanced Policy Firewall

What is Advanced Policy Firewall?

The Advanced Policy Firewall (APF) is a comprehensive server-side firewall solution designed to protect Linux servers against malicious attacks. Leveraging the powerful iptables (netfilter) framework, APF provides a robust and intelligent defense system that can detect and respond to various threats

Highlights

• Intelligent Attack Detection: APF employs advanced techniques to identify and analyze suspicious activity, enabling it to react swiftly to malicious attempts to breach the server
• Temporary IP Blocking: When an attack is detected, APF can temporarily block the offending IP address, effectively mitigating the immediate threat
• Permanent IP Banning: For repeated or persistent attacks, APF can permanently ban the IP address, ensuring long-term protection
• Informative Configuration: The firewall's configuration is designed to be highly informative and easy to navigate, allowing administrators to understand and manage the system effectively
• Command-Line Management: APF offers a comprehensive command-line interface, the 'apf' command, which provides detailed usage information and facilitates day-to-day management of the firewall.