Enhancing Network Security and Facilitating Firewall Rule management through Automated Firewall Rule management tool and integration with Discovery tools

This master's thesis aims to explore the integration of ethical hacking practices and network security governance to enhance the overall security posture of organizations. By leveraging automated firewall rule management tools and employing ethical hacking techniques, this research aims to mitigate vulnerabilities, reduce attack surfaces, and ensure continuous compliance with regulatory and corporate standards. The study also emphasizes the importance of maintaining the life cycle of firewall rules and integrating them into existing workflow applications and systems.