3.6. Saving Network Packet Filter Settings

After configuring the appropriate network packet filters for your situation, save the settings so they can be restored after a reboot. For iptables, enter the following command:

# iptables-save > /etc/sysconfig/iptables

To ensure the iptables service is started at system start, enter the following command:

# systemctl enable iptables

You can verify whether the changes persist on a reboot by running the following command and checking whether the changes remain:

# systemctl restart iptables

See the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 Security Guide for more information on working with iptables in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7