IP Filtering
IP Filtering provides an additional layer of security by restricting access to AdvaPACS services based on the source IP address of incoming requests.
When IP Filtering is enabled, only requests originating from approved IP addresses or networks are permitted. Requests from any other source are automatically denied before authentication or application-level processing occurs.`
Before enabling IP or Country Filtering, ensure that your current IP address, network range, or country is already permitted by the configured policy as failure to do so may result in you being immediately locked out of AdvaPACS.
Alternatively, add your user account to the User Exclusions list before saving any filtering changes.
Filtering Methods
IP/CIDR Filtering
AdvaPACS supports filtering access based on individual IP addresses or CIDR network ranges.
This allows organisations to restrict access to known and trusted networks while blocking requests from unauthorised locations.
Examples include:
| Type | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|
| IP Address | 203.0.113.10 | Allows a specific host or system |
| CIDR Range | 203.0.113.0/24 | Allows all IP addresses within the specified subnet |
| CIDR Range | 198.51.100.0/25 | Allows a subset of a larger network |
Country Filtering
Country filtering restricts access to AdvaPACS based on the geographic location of incoming requests.
Using IP geolocation data, AdvaPACS can determine the country from which a request originates and either allow or deny access according to the configured policy.
Excluded Users
User exclusions allow designated users to bypass configured IP and country filtering rules.
When a user is excluded, they can access AdvaPACS regardless of the source IP address or geographic location of their connection. This can be useful for system administrators, support personnel, or other users who require access while working remotely or travelling.
Because excluded users are not subject to filtering restrictions, access should be granted only when necessary.