Changelog

Added

• Firewall Feature:

  • Implemented functionality to list, enable, and disable open TCP/UDP ports using iptables.
  • Added routes to handle firewall management (/firewall).
  • Created session management for sudo password to securely handle user actions on the firewall.
  • Added enable_port and disable_port functions to manage firewall rules via iptables.
  • Created helper functions for password validation (check_sudo_password) and port listing (list_open_ports).
  • Introduced a feature to reset the sudo timestamp using sudo -k.

• UI/UX Enhancements:

  • Added feedback mechanism using flash messages to inform users of successful or failed operations.
  • New firewall.html page to show the list of open ports and control firewall settings.
  • Designed and added custom styles in firewall.css for a modern, responsive firewall control interface.

• Documentation:

  • Created a future_plans.md document for suggestions on future improvements regarding code structure, security, user interface, and more.

Changed

• Dependency Update:
  • Added iptables as a required dependency in setup.sh.

Improved

• Flash Messages:
  • Added flash message logic for better user feedback and error handling across the firewall pages.