Ping request

Norton 360 for Windows
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How to block ping request on Norton 360 Premium?

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just try this Look to the top right and click “More” then create a new rule to block incoming ping dont now if it work but try it

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@Cyngine Here is some AI generated information for you:

AI Overview

To block a specific Ping (ICMP Echo Request) in Norton 360, you need to

Create a custom firewall rule** to block it, as Norton’s firewall doesn’t have a simple on/off switch for pings. You can do this by navigating to Settings > Firewall > Program Control, adding a rule, and then specifying ICMP as the protocol with an “Allow” setting.

Steps to Block Pings (ICMP Echo Requests) on Norton 360

  1. Open Norton 360: Launch your Norton device security product from your taskbar.
  2. Go to Settings: In the Norton main window, click on Settings.
  3. Access the Firewall: Select Firewall from the left-hand menu.
  4. Open Program Control: Click on the Program Control tab.
  5. Add a New Program Rule:
  • Click Add to open the “Choose Application” window.
  • If you don’t see a specific program for pings, click Other to locate it.
  • Select the relevant application, then click OK.
  1. Configure the Rule:
  • In the “Program Control” window, find the application you added.
  • Click on the Options dropdown next to the application name and select Block.
  • For the protocol, you may need to click on Allow or Default and select Block under the “Access” settings for the ICMP protocol type.
  1. Apply and Close: Click Apply and then Close to save the new rule.

Important Considerations

  • ICMP Specificity:You’ll need to identify which application or process is responsible for ping requests to block it effectively.
  • Windows Firewall:Norton’s firewall often overrides the built-in Windows firewall, so you must configure it within Norton.
  • Router-Level Blocking:You can also configure your home router to block ICMP requests as an additional layer of protection.

[1] AI can make inaccurate representations therefore doing your own research is highly suggested

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