Intermediate
Computer Networks
Q44 / 100
What is the difference between stateful and stateless firewalls?
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The correct answer is B) Stateful firewalls track connection state and allow return traffic automatically; stateless evaluate each packet independently without context
B
Correct Answer
Stateful firewalls track connection state and allow return traffic automatically; stateless evaluate each packet independently without context
Explanation
Stateful inspection tracks TCP/UDP connections in a state table. Return packets matching established connections are automatically allowed. Stateless firewalls apply rules to each packet independently (faster but less context-aware).
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