
L-IP User Manual
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LOYTEC
Version 6.1
LOYTEC electronics GmbH
15 Security Hardening Guide
This guide contains security-relevant information for operating the product on IT networks.
The information refers to the firmware version and the instructions found in the previous
chapters of this User Manual.
15.1 Installation Instructions
Install the device over the Web interface:
Set up the basic device functions and protocol settings as described in Section 3.2 and
6.2.
Disable the FTP, and Telnet servers in the IP port configuration as described in Section
6.2.4.
Connect a serial console cable:
Connect to the console as described in Section 5.1.
Go to menu [3] system configuration.
Disable the Web server in option [9].
Save the settings by hitting [x] for exit and save.
15.2 Firmware
The device is equipped with one piece of software. This is the firmware image and its
related firmware version. The firmware is distributed as a downloadable file. The device
can be upgraded by placing the firmware image onto the device using the procedure
described in Chapter 12.
There exists exactly one firmware image for all L-IP models. The firmware has built-in
auto-detection of the fieldbus ports the device is equipped with. It adds virtual routers to an
internal channel. For the function of the device on the IP side this makes absolutely no
difference, as the IP connection is also tapped on to this internal channel.
15.3 Ports
This Section lists all ports, which may be used by the device. The ports are default settings
for their respective services. If not stated otherwise, the ports can be changed.
Required Ports: