Host Firewall

Definitions

1. A firewall running directly on a server, workstation, or endpoint that filters network traffic for that specific host. Host firewalls add local enforcement even when network perimeter controls are bypassed or absent.

   In plain English: A firewall that protects one specific computer or server.

   Example: "The host firewall blocked inbound admin traffic except from the bastion network."

Related Terms

• Desktop Security
• Drive Encryption
• Endpoint Firewall
• Endpoint Monitoring
• Firewall Log
• Firewall Policy
• Host Scanning
• IP Block
• Monitoring Agent
• Network Perimeter Security
• Outbound Filtering
• Packet Filter
• Personal Firewall