Linux disable firewall command

The specific command to disable a firewall on Linux depends on the firewall software that is currently in use. Some common firewall software on Linux include:

  1. iptables:
sudo iptables -F
sudo iptables -X
sudo iptables -t nat -F
sudo iptables -t nat -X
sudo iptables -t mangle -F
sudo iptables -t mangle -X
sudo iptables -P INPUT ACCEPT
sudo iptables -P FORWARD ACCEPT
sudo iptables -P OUTPUT ACCEPT
  1. firewalld
sudo systemctl stop firewalld
sudo systemctl disable firewalld
  1. ufw (Uncomplicated Firewall)
sudo ufw disable

It’s important to note that disabling a firewall can leave your system vulnerable to attack and should only be done in a controlled environment and with proper knowledge of the risks involved. It’s also important to note that the above steps are just a general guide and you may need to adjust them to suit your specific requirements.

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