Access Control
📖 Introduction
Access Control manages IP whitelists and blacklists. Allow trusted IPs and block known attackers.
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🖥️ Accessing the Module
Navigation:Admin → Firewall → Access Control
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📝 IP Lists
Whitelist (Allowed)
| Field | Description | Example | |
|---|---|---|---|
| IP/Range | Address or CIDR | 192.168.1.0/24 | |
| Name | Identifier | Office Network | |
| Notes | Purpose | Main office LAN |
Blacklist (Blocked)
| Field | Description | Example | |
|---|---|---|---|
| IP/Range | Blocked address | 1.2.3.4 | |
| Reason | Why blocked | Brute force attack | |
| Expires | When to unblock | Permanent |
🚀 Practical Example
Whitelist Office IP
- Click Add Whitelist
- IP:
203.0.113.50 - Name:
Main Office - Save
This IP will never be blocked by Fail2Ban.
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💡 Tips
TIP
Whitelist before lockout: Add trusted IPs first.TIP
Use CIDR for ranges: /24 for entire network.WARNING
Review blacklist: False positives can block legitimate users.---
🔗 Related Modules
- Firewall Settings — Fail2Ban config
- GeoFirewall — Country blocking