NSE Network / Firewall config bug

Hello,

We are about to possibly rip out the NSE appliances from customers due to this non-resolved issue/bug with the NSE software.

When making ANY firewall configuration change, or LAN network change – it causes the ACTIVE firewall connection [connection table] to be flushed and loss of connectivity. This is NOT acceptible for production equipment.

Making non-disruptive, normal network changes should not cause network interruption.

It appears ANY config-sync to the NSE appliance causes a flush or reset of connections.

Findings:
Any firewall rule adjustments, Inc – Port-forwarding rules
Any LAN changes for DHCP settings

A config sync that changes network settings will clear the flow tables. We plan to address this in a future firmware release.