If the action selected for a filter is to block the sender, then the address of the computer is stored in the host block list. This list is a semi-dynamic list sorted by sender address. It contains the following elements:
Element | Meaning |
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Address | Address of the blocked computer |
Timeout | Duration of the blocking in minutes |
Filter rule | Name of the rule that created the entry. It also determines the actions to take when a matching packet is received. |