went an ran the Norton Online security scan
Under Hacker Exposure, It showed I was safe. But when I clicked details, it showed everything in stealth mode except the first one
So how do I correct the first one that shows open? and if I do, would it mess up anything needed, like if my ISP needed to ping me? Or should I leave it alone because it would just show my computer is out there but the other port types are not visable??
went an ran the Norton Online security scan
Under Hacker Exposure, It showed I was safe. But when I clicked details, it showed everything in stealth mode except the first one
So how do I correct the first one that shows open? and if I do, would it mess up anything needed, like if my ISP needed to ping me? Or should I leave it alone because it would just show my computer is out there but the other port types are not visable??
What if I am using NAV2008 (which has a firewall)?
Also, is it ok to leave it as is? I mean is this function needed sometime?
And if let alone and as is, my other layers of NAV2008 protection should keep me protected right?
Hi. You can easily create a firewall rule in NAV 2008 under Settings > Internet Settings > Smart Firewall > General Rules. If you have any questions, feel free to ask.
thanks- Ardi
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wouldn’t I sometimes need to allow my ISP to ping me?
Hi NY1986 -
Not really - just for troubleshooting purposes.
They will have your MAC Address.
Compumind 
so if I leave this alone as is, not in any GREAT danger right?
I'm trying to not mess with and thus not worry about my computer and let Norton do its job :)
Hi NY1986 -
That is correct!
Good plan. A great site to double check is: GRC Research at: https://www.grc.com/x/ne.dll?bh0bkyd2 - ShieldsUP!
Run the tests - If all pass, relax and enjoy!
Compumind
NY1986,
The port allowing you to be pinged is likely open in either your router or your modem/router combo, which I am now assuming you have. The online scan probably isn't even seeing your computer behind the gateway device. I think if you check the Norton firewall rules you will see ICMP blocked by default. Norton should have all ports stealthed. Even if a hacker saw your router (acknowledging a ping only announces that you are there, it doesn't hand over the keys) and somehow managed a successful attack against it, he would then be faced with getting past the Norton firewall as well.
So, no you are really in no danger here. But if you want to be totally invisible you probably need to configure your router or modem. If you go into the set-up page for your modem or router, there is usually a firewall screen where you can raise the security level from the default "none" to "low," "medium" or "high." Raising it will usually stealth all ports. I don't think your ISP will complain but just make sure you re-allow pinging if you ever need them to run any diagnostics to troubleshoot service issues.
SendOfJive wrote:NY1986,
The port allowing you to be pinged is likely open in either your router or your modem/router combo, which I am now assuming you have. The online scan probably isn't even seeing your computer behind the gateway device. I think if you check the Norton firewall rules you will see ICMP blocked by default. Norton should have all ports stealthed. Even if a hacker saw your router (acknowledging a ping only announces that you are there, it doesn't hand over the keys) and somehow managed a successful attack against it, he would then be faced with getting past the Norton firewall as well.
So, no you are really in no danger here. But if you want to be totally invisible you probably need to configure your router or modem. If you go into the set-up page for your modem or router, there is usually a firewall screen where you can raise the security level from the default "none" to "low," "medium" or "high." Raising it will usually stealth all ports. I don't think your ISP will complain but just make sure you re-allow pinging if you ever need them to run any diagnostics to troubleshoot service issues.
actually at this point, I just have my DSL box, no router ( I checked nad the DSL box does not have a built in router)
What is the DSL modem Vendor and Model number?