Method, apparatus and computer program product for a network firewall
US7107612B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 19, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 12, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 2, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L63/0263
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An improved firewall for providing network security is described. The improved firewall provides for dynamic rule generation, as well using conventional fixed rules. This improvement is provided without significant increase in the processing time required for most packets. Additionally, the improved firewall provides for translation of IP addresses between the firewall and the internal network.
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