Reconfiguring which of the following firewall types will
prevent inward downloading of files through the file
transfer protocol (FTP)?
A. Circuit gateway
B. Application gateway
C. Packet filter
D. Screening router
Answer / guest
Answer: B
An application gateway firewall is effective in preventing
applications, such as FTPs, from entering the organization
network. A circuit gateway firewall is able to prevent paths
or circuits, not applications, from entering the
organization network. A packet filter firewall or screening
router will allow or prevent access based on IP packets/address.
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