Windows Firewall with Advanced Security V1R7 (SCAP)

b

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must be enabled when connected to a domain.

RMF Control: AC-4
Severity: M
CCI: CCI-001414
Version: WNFWA-000001
Vuln IDs: V-17415
Rule IDs: SV-54833r2_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. This setting enables the firewall when connected to the domain.

Fix: F-63429r3_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Domain Profile Tab -> State, "Firewall state" to "On (recommended)". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set domainprofile state on". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles state on".

b

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must be enabled when connected to a private network.

RMF Control: AC-4
Severity: M
CCI: CCI-001414
Version: WNFWA-000002
Vuln IDs: V-17416
Rule IDs: SV-54849r2_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. This setting enables the firewall when connected to a private network.

Fix: F-63481r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Private Profile Tab -> State, "Firewall state" to "On (recommended)". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set privateprofile state on". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles state on".

b

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must be enabled when connected to a public network.

RMF Control: AC-4
Severity: M
CCI: CCI-001414
Version: WNFWA-000003
Vuln IDs: V-17417
Rule IDs: SV-54855r2_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. This setting enables the firewall when connected to a public network.

Fix: F-63483r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Public Profile Tab -> State, "Firewall state" to "On (recommended)". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set publicprofile state on". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles state on".

c

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must block unsolicited inbound connections when connected to a domain.

RMF Control: CM-7
Severity: H
CCI: CCI-000382
Version: WNFWA-000004
Vuln IDs: V-17418
Rule IDs: SV-54859r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Unsolicited inbound connections may be malicious attempts to gain access to a system. Unsolicited inbound connections, for which there is no rule allowing the connection, will be blocked in the domain.

Fix: F-63485r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Domain Profile Tab -> State, "Inbound connections" to "Block (default)". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set domainprofile firewallpolicy blockinbound,allowoutbound". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles firewallpolicy blockinbound,allowoutbound". Both inbound and outbound parameters must be specified to execute this command.

b

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must allow outbound connections, unless a rule explicitly blocks the connection when connected to a domain.

RMF Control: SC-5
Severity: M
CCI: CCI-001094
Version: WNFWA-000005
Vuln IDs: V-17419
Rule IDs: SV-54863r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Outbound connections are allowed in the domain, unless a rule explicitly blocks the connection. This allows normal outbound communication, which could be restricted as necessary with additional rules.

Fix: F-63487r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Domain Profile Tab -> State, "Outbound connections" to "Allow (default)". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set domainprofile firewallpolicy blockinbound,allowoutbound". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles firewallpolicy blockinbound,allowoutbound". Both inbound and outbound parameters must be specified to execute this command.

a

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security log size must be configured for domain connections.

RMF Control: AU-5
Severity: L
CCI: CCI-000140
Version: WNFWA-000009
Vuln IDs: V-17425
Rule IDs: SV-54874r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. The firewall log file size for a domain connection will be set to ensure enough capacity is allocated for audit data.

Fix: F-63495r3_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Domain Profile Tab -> Logging (select Customize), "Size limit (KB):" to "16,384" or greater. In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh command may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set domainprofile logging maxfilesize 16384" or greater.

a

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must log dropped packets when connected to a domain.

RMF Control: AU-12
Severity: L
CCI: CCI-000172
Version: WNFWA-000010
Vuln IDs: V-17426
Rule IDs: SV-54877r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Logging of dropped packets for a domain connection will be enabled to maintain an audit trail of potential issues.

Fix: F-63497r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Domain Profile Tab -> Logging (select Customize), "Log dropped packets" to "Yes". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set domainprofile logging droppedconnections enable". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles logging droppedconnections enable".

a

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must log successful connections when connected to a domain.

RMF Control: AU-14
Severity: L
CCI: CCI-001462
Version: WNFWA-000011
Vuln IDs: V-17427
Rule IDs: SV-54878r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Logging of successful connections for a domain connection will be enabled to maintain an audit trail if issues are discovered.

Fix: F-63917r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Domain Profile Tab -> Logging (select Customize), "Log successful connections" to "Yes". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set domainprofile logging allowedconnections enable". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles logging allowedconnections enable".

c

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must block unsolicited inbound connections when connected to a private network.

RMF Control: CM-7
Severity: H
CCI: CCI-000382
Version: WNFWA-000012
Vuln IDs: V-17428
Rule IDs: SV-54879r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Unsolicited inbound connections may be malicious attempts to gain access to a system. Unsolicited inbound connections, for which there is no rule allowing the connection, will be blocked on a private network.

Fix: F-63499r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Private Profile Tab -> State, "Inbound connections" to "Block (default)". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set privateprofile firewallpolicy blockinbound,allowoutbound". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles firewallpolicy blockinbound,allowoutbound". Both inbound and outbound parameters must be specified to execute this command.

b

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must allow outbound connections, unless a rule explicitly blocks the connection when connected to a private network.

RMF Control: SC-5
Severity: M
CCI: CCI-001094
Version: WNFWA-000013
Vuln IDs: V-17429
Rule IDs: SV-54890r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Outbound connections are allowed on a private network, unless a rule explicitly blocks the connection. This allows normal outbound communication, which could be restricted as necessary with additional rules.

Fix: F-63501r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Private Profile Tab -> State, "Outbound connections" to "Allow (default)". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set privateprofile firewallpolicy blockinbound,allowoutbound". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles firewallpolicy blockinbound,allowoutbound". Both inbound and outbound parameters must be specified to execute this command.

a

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security log size must be configured for private network connections.

RMF Control: AU-5
Severity: L
CCI: CCI-000140
Version: WNFWA-000017
Vuln IDs: V-17435
Rule IDs: SV-54903r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. The firewall log file size for a private connection will be set to ensure enough capacity is allocated for audit data.

Fix: F-63509r3_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Private Profile Tab -> Logging (select Customize), "Size limit (KB)" to "16,384" or greater. In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh command may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set privateprofile logging maxfilesize 16384" or greater.

a

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must log dropped packets when connected to a private network.

RMF Control: AU-12
Severity: L
CCI: CCI-000172
Version: WNFWA-000018
Vuln IDs: V-17436
Rule IDs: SV-54904r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Logging of dropped packets for a private network connection will be enabled to maintain an audit trail of potential issues.

Fix: F-63511r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Private Profile Tab -> Logging (select Customize), "Log dropped packets" to "Yes". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set privateprofile logging droppedconnections enable". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles logging droppedconnections enable".

a

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must log successful connections when connected to a private network.

RMF Control: AU-14
Severity: L
CCI: CCI-001462
Version: WNFWA-000019
Vuln IDs: V-17437
Rule IDs: SV-54905r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Logging of successful connections for a private network connection will be enabled to maintain an audit trail if issues are discovered.

Fix: F-63513r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Private Profile Tab -> Logging (select Customize), "Logged successful connections" to "Yes". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set privateprofile logging allowedconnections enable". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles logging allowedconnections enable".

c

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must block unsolicited inbound connections when connected to a public network.

RMF Control: CM-7
Severity: H
CCI: CCI-000382
Version: WNFWA-000020
Vuln IDs: V-17438
Rule IDs: SV-54906r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Unsolicited inbound connections may be malicious attempts to gain access to a system. Unsolicited inbound connections, for which there is no rule allowing the connection, will be blocked on a public network.

Fix: F-63515r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Public Profile Tab -> State, "Inbound connections" to "Block (default)". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set publicprofile firewallpolicy blockinbound,allowoutbound". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles firewallpolicy blockinbound,allowoutbound". Both inbound and outbound parameters must be specified to execute this command.

b

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must allow outbound connections, unless a rule explicitly blocks the connection when connected to a public network.

RMF Control: SC-5
Severity: M
CCI: CCI-001094
Version: WNFWA-000021
Vuln IDs: V-17439
Rule IDs: SV-54908r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Outbound connections are allowed on a public network, unless a rule explicitly blocks the connection. This allows normal outbound communication, which could be restricted as necessary with additional rules.

Fix: F-63517r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Public Profile Tab -> State, "Outbound connections" to "Allow (default)". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set publicprofile firewallpolicy blockinbound,allowoutbound". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles firewallpolicy blockinbound,allowoutbound". Both inbound and outbound parameters must be specified to execute this command.

b

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security local firewall rules must not be merged with Group Policy settings when connected to a public network.

RMF Control: SC-24
Severity: M
CCI: CCI-001190
Version: WNFWA-000024
Vuln IDs: V-17442
Rule IDs: SV-54917r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Local firewall rules will not be merged with Group Policy settings on a public network to prevent Group Policy settings from being changed.

Fix: F-63523r1_fix

If the system is not a member of a domain, this is NA. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Public Profile Tab -> Settings (select Customize) -> Rule merging, "Apply local firewall rules:" to "No".

b

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security local connection rules must not be merged with Group Policy settings when connected to a public network.

RMF Control: SC-24
Severity: M
CCI: CCI-001190
Version: WNFWA-000025
Vuln IDs: V-17443
Rule IDs: SV-54918r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Local connection rules will not be merged with Group Policy settings on a public network to prevent Group Policy settings from being changed.

Fix: F-63525r1_fix

If the system is not a member of a domain, this is NA. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Public Profile Tab -> Settings (select Customize) -> Rule merging, "Apply local connection security rules:" to "No".

a

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security log size must be configured for public network connections.

RMF Control: AU-5
Severity: L
CCI: CCI-000140
Version: WNFWA-000027
Vuln IDs: V-17445
Rule IDs: SV-54921r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. The firewall log file size for a public network connection will be set to ensure enough capacity is allocated for audit data.

Fix: F-63529r2_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Public Profile Tab -> Logging (select Customize), "Size limit (KB)" to "16,384" or greater. In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh command may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set publicprofile logging maxfilesize 16384" or greater.

a

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must log dropped packets when connected to a public network.

RMF Control: AU-12
Severity: L
CCI: CCI-000172
Version: WNFWA-000028
Vuln IDs: V-17446
Rule IDs: SV-54922r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Logging of dropped packets for a public network connection will be enabled to maintain an audit trail of potential issues.

Fix: F-63531r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Public Profile Tab -> Logging (select Customize), "Log dropped packets" to "Yes". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set publicprofile logging droppedconnections enable". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles logging droppedconnections enable".

a

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security must log successful connections when connected to a public network.

RMF Control: AU-14
Severity: L
CCI: CCI-001462
Version: WNFWA-000029
Vuln IDs: V-17447
Rule IDs: SV-54923r3_rule

A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. Logging of successful connections for a public network connection will be enabled to maintain an audit trail if issues are discovered.

Fix: F-63533r1_fix

The preferred method of configuring the firewall settings is with a policy, particularly in a domain environment. Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Public Profile Tab -> Logging (select Customize), "Logged successful connections" to "Yes". In addition to using policies, systems may also be configured using the firewall GUI or Netsh commands. These methods may be more appropriate for standalone systems. The configuration settings in the GUI are the same as those specified in the policy above. Windows Firewall Properties will be a link in the center pane after opening Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The following Netsh commands may also be used to configure this setting: "Netsh advfirewall set publicprofile logging allowedconnections enable". Or "Netsh advfirewall set allprofiles logging allowedconnections enable".