Which threats can the Firebox prevent with default packet handling settings?

The Firebox is designed to provide a variety of security features, and with its default packet handling settings, it effectively mitigates specific threats. In the context of denial of service (DoS) attacks, the Firebox employs techniques such as rate limiting and filtering to identify and reject malicious traffic that seeks to overwhelm network resources. This means that it can handle abnormally high levels of traffic and distinguish between legitimate requests and those that are intended to disrupt service.

While the Firebox has capabilities to prevent other threats mentioned, such as access to inappropriate websites or malware detection, these require specific configurations or additional security services enabled beyond the default settings. The default settings primarily focus on managing and maintaining the integrity of network traffic, particularly in preventing DoS attacks, highlighting the Firebox's robust design for preserving service availability in the face of external threats.