📦 Installation Command
apt install nftables
nftables Firewall Configuration Guide
nftables systemctl: nftablesModern packet filtering framework replacing iptables. Unified interface for IPv4/IPv6.
🔌 Default Port
N/A
N/A
Packet filter framework
⚙️ Configuration Files
/etc/nftables.conf
📂 Default Directories
- config:
/etc/nftables.conf - data:
N/A (kernel-based) - logs:
/var/log/syslog
🔐 Default Credentials
Username:N/A
Password:N/A
💡 Requires root for configuration
⚠️ Conflicts
✅ Works With
🛡️ Security Notes
Use atomic ruleset loading, implement connection tracking, log dropped packets
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
nftables vs iptables?
nftables is the modern replacement with cleaner syntax and better performance.
Where is nftables config?
Config at /etc/nftables.conf, loaded via systemd service.
How to list nftables rules?
Run: sudo nft list ruleset