Does a HTTP proxy assign a fixed egress port to a client, and if so, for how long?

Unlike a NAT gateway, a HTTP proxy have a fixed ingress port, that is, all HTTP clients will connect to a HTTP proxy via the same port. In this case, if there are two clients both requested the same domain through the same proxy, how would… Continue reading Does a HTTP proxy assign a fixed egress port to a client, and if so, for how long?

Can WAN port forwarding expose other LAN devices to any direct security risks?

Can WAN port forwarding expose other LAN devices to any direct security risks?
I don’t mean, for example, spreading from the target LAN device to other devices after compromise/infection, I am asking about direct risks (e.g. before the tra… Continue reading Can WAN port forwarding expose other LAN devices to any direct security risks?