WHAT’S HAPPENING?
Firewall global rules will change to block all incoming traffic by default.


WHEN IS IT HAPPENING?
January 27, 2016.


WHY IS IT HAPPENING?
To align with campus best practices, increase the information security posture of the College, and reduce the number of emergency incidents on the Outland networks.


WHO IS AFFECTED?
Any user responsible for systems on the Outland network that would like to continue offering services to systems outside of the GT network.


WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO?
Complete and submit the firewall exemption form (available here) to request exceptions.


WHO SHOULD YOU CONTACT FOR QUESTIONS?
TSO Help Desk (CCB 148, 404.894.7065, helpdesk@cc.gatech.edu).


UPDATE:
The maintenance window has been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 2, 2016, at 9:00 AM.