======3.6.1 Ensure iptables is installed (Scored)======
=====Profile Applicability=====  
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Level 1 - Server
Level 1 - Workstation 
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=====Description=====
''iptables'' allows configuration of the IPv4 tables in the linux kernel and the rules stored within them. Most firewall configuration utilities operate as a front end to ''iptables''.

=====Rationale=====
iptables is required for firewall management and configuration.

=====Audit===== 
Run the following command and verify iptables is installed:
<Code:bash>
# dpkg -s iptables
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=====Remediation===== 
Run the following command to install ''iptables'':
<Code:bash>
# apt-get install iptables
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