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Ignore ICMP redirects (route hardening)

NetworkSafe riskReboot requiredReversible

Sets EnableICMPRedirect = 0 under Tcpip\Parameters. By default Windows lets inbound ICMP redirect packets alter its routing table — a legitimate router feature, but also a vector an attacker on your network can use to silently reroute your traffic. Disabling it means only your real gateway controls routing. No effect on normal browsing/gaming. Reboot required. Reversible.

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Official documentation: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/windows-server/networking/tcpip-and-nbt-configuration-parameters

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