The Windows Firewall log file name and location must be configured for the Public Profile.

From Windows 7 Security Technical Implementation Guide

Part of Windows Firewall Public - Log File

Associated with IA controls: ECSC-1

SV-25246r2_rule The Windows Firewall log file name and location must be configured for the Public Profile.

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A firewall provides a line of defense against attack. To be effective, it must be enabled and properly configured. The location and file name of the firewall log for a public network connection will be defined to ensure the logs are maintained.

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Configure the policy value for Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Windows Firewall Properties (this link will be in the right pane) -> Public Profile Tab -> Logging (select Customize), "Name" to "%windir%\system32\logfiles\firewall\publicfirewall.log". Configure a comparable setting if a third-party firewall is used.

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