Why some packets are bypassing rp_filter protection?

Solution Unverified - Updated -

Issue

When enabling rp_filter protection, some packets are still getting through for a while, and then stops.

Environment

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6

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