Re: Question about dmz security

["Chris Berry" <compjma () hotmail com>]

> From: "Jennifer Fountain" <JFountain () rbinc com>
> I need an opinion on a current design implementation in place.  We have
> an ftp server sitting in our dmz.  This box has two nics - one is
> plugged into the dmz hub and one is plugged into our network.  I think
> this is a security risk and we should just allow internal users access
> to the box via the firewall by opening the port instead of having dual
> nics.  they do not see a security risk. maybe i am just too new at this
> and need some education.  what is the "best" way to implement this
> configuration?

If you have a nic from the dmz connected to your internal network it 
completely bypasses your firewall, which is usually considered a "bad thing" 
as it negates your security precautions.

Chris Berry
compjma () hotmail com
Systems Administrator
JM Associates

"Quick, easy, or cheap; pick any two."

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