Chapter 26 Configuring the Botnet Traffic Filter

Configuring the Botnet Traffic Filter

section on page 26-13.

What to Do Next

See the “Adding Entries to the Static Database” section on page 26-9.

Adding Entries to the Static Database

The static database lets you augment the dynamic database with domain names or IP addresses that you want to blacklist or whitelist. Static blacklist entries are always designated with a Very High threat level. See the “Information About the Static Database” section on page 26-3for more information.

Prerequisites

In multiple context mode, perform this procedure in the context execution space.

Enable ASA use of a DNS server in the Device Management > DNS > DNS Client > DNS Lookup area. In multiple context mode, enable DNS per context.

Detailed Steps

Step 1 Choose the Configuration > Firewall > Botnet Traffic Filter > Black or White List pane, click Add for the Whitelist or Blacklist.

The Enter hostname or IP Address dialog box appears.

Step 2 In the Addresses field, enter one or more domain names, IP addresses, and IP address/netmasks.

Enter multiple entries separated by commas, spaces, lines, or semi-colons. You can enter up to 1000 entries for each type.

Step 3 Click OK.

Step 4 Click Apply.

What to Do Next

See the “Enabling DNS Snooping” section on page 26-9.

Enabling DNS Snooping

This procedure enables inspection of DNS packets and enables Botnet Traffic Filter snooping, which compares the domain name with those on the dynamic database or static database, and adds the name and IP address to the Botnet Traffic Filter DNS reverse lookup cache. This cache is then used by the Botnet Traffic Filter when connections are made to the suspicious address.

Prerequisites

In multiple context mode, perform this procedure in the context execution space.

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