Linux Intrusion Detection System FAQ
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4.11. How do I configure the port scan detector in LIDS?

You don't. As long as you selected the option when you configured your LIDS enhanced kernel, the port scan detector is enabled. 
   [*]  Port Scanner Detector in kernel

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