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    Check my port forward rule please

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      AR15USR
      last edited by

      I need to forward UDP 5198-5199 to a particular machine on my network to run a program called Echolink. I have setup the port forward and the program is working correctly, but this being my first port forward rule on pfSense I was hoping someone could make sure I have done it right so as to not cause a security risk.

      Thanks!

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      • DerelictD
        Derelict LAYER 8 Netgate
        last edited by

        this being my first port forward rule on pfSense I was hoping someone could make sure I have done it right so as to not cause a security risk.

        Well, you are forwarding those ports to the inside server from all internet addresses. It is up to that operating system and application to be secure.

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        A comprehensive network diagram is worth 10,000 words and 15 conference calls.
        DO NOT set a source address/port in a port forward or firewall rule unless you KNOW you need it!
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        • johnpozJ
          johnpoz LAYER 8 Global Moderator
          last edited by

          Your dest should prob wan address vs any.. But in the long run doesn't really matter on the forward rule.. Unless you had multiple wan addresses, etc.

          But as Derelict already stated once you forward - its up to your end devices your forwarding to be secure.

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          • DerelictD
            Derelict LAYER 8 Netgate
            last edited by

            Yeah Dest any is not ideal. Missed that.

            Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA
            A comprehensive network diagram is worth 10,000 words and 15 conference calls.
            DO NOT set a source address/port in a port forward or firewall rule unless you KNOW you need it!
            Do Not Chat For Help! NO_WAN_EGRESS(TM)

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              AR15USR
              last edited by

              Okay made the change to the 'dest'. Thanks for the help fellas..


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