Limitations of the approach of solving a network’s security problems with a firewall

Abstract

The panel discussion will focus on current usage of firewalls, user expectations, and limitations of today’s approach. It will then look into future evolution and possible enhancements of the solutions currently available on the market, that are desirable to strengthen the security of the installations to be protected. The following topics are likely to be topics of discussion: Common uses and configurations of firewalls today Firewalls and Beyond Common use of firewalls in today’s networks Limitations of firewalls in today’s networks Requirements for enhancements to the firewall technology. Firewalls and emerging services: WWW, hot Java, Electronic Commerce Firewalls and high speed networking: End-to-end argument, ATM, etc.