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Host Intrusion Prevention 6.1 Product Guide IPS Policies
Configuring the IPS Options policy
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Quick access
The IPS feature provides links (*) for quick access to monitor and manage IPS Events,
IPS Rules, and IPS Client Rules.
Configuring the IPS Options policy
The IPS Options policy is the basic on/off switch for IPS protection and the means for
placing a client in Adaptive mode, which allows the client to retain the exceptions it
creates, and automatically blocks network intrusions. Select one of the preset policies
or create a new policy.
To configure the IPS Options policy:
1 Expand the
IPS feature, and click Edit on the IPS Options category line.
2 To apply a preset policy, select it in the policy list. Click the policy name icon to view
the settings:
Figure 4-1 IPS feature
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Select this policy... For these options...
(On (McAfee Default))
Enable Host IPS
Enable Network IPS
Automatically Block Network Intruders for 10 minutes
Retain Blocked Hosts
Retain Client Rules