How to Block Internet Access for Any Linux App (While Keeping LAN)
📰 Dev.to · Khadirullah Mohammad
Learn to block internet access for Linux apps while keeping LAN access, useful for security and privacy
Action Steps
- Install the iptables package using apt-get or yum
- Create a new iptables rule to block outgoing internet traffic for a specific app
- Use the --jump option to specify the action for the rule
- Apply the rule to the app using the -p option
- Test the rule to ensure internet access is blocked while LAN access remains
Who Needs to Know This
This technique benefits developers and system administrators who need to control network access for specific applications, enhancing security and privacy
Key Insight
💡 Use iptables to control network access for specific Linux applications
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Learn to block internet access for Linux apps while keeping LAN access, useful for security and privacy
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