2.4 - Network Access Control Lists (NACLs)
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Practice Questions
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What does NACL stand for?
💡 Hint: Look for an acronym in networking security.
Can NACLs have deny rules?
💡 Hint: Think about the flexibility of this security tool.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What do NACLs evaluate on?
💡 Hint: Consider how NACLs remember or don’t remember traffic.
True or False: NACLs can only allow rules.
💡 Hint: Think about the flexibility of NACL configurations.
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Challenge Problems
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You are configuring a subnet for an e-commerce application. Design a NACL that balances accessibility and security for your web servers, while considering security best practices.
💡 Hint: Remember to think about what traffic is essential for the application to function.
Given a scenario where the NACL is overly permissive, what steps would you take to tighten it while following best practices?
💡 Hint: Consider rules you would challenge and the principle of least privilege.
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