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What's the difference between "extended" and "extreme" AV databases on FortiGates?

cyber-101

What's the difference between "extended" and "extreme" AV databases on FortiGates?

💡This is part of an on-going series in cybersecurity foundations. Check the cyber 101 article tag index from time to time for more content. The FortiGate AV scanning engine relies on virus definitions for some of its traditional analysis. These signatures are stored in AV databases. Depending on what model

What's the difference between Local Traffic logs and Forward Traffic logs on FortiGates?

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What's the difference between Local Traffic logs and Forward Traffic logs on FortiGates?

Comparing some similar terms in logging

What is split-task VDOM mode on FortiGates?

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What is split-task VDOM mode on FortiGates?

Examining a nifty feature for separating management functions.

What are the differences between the various IP pool types on FortiGate?

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What are the differences between the various IP pool types on FortiGate?

Clarifying some popular terms

What's the difference between Central SNAT mode and Policy NAT mode on FortiGates?

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What's the difference between Central SNAT mode and Policy NAT mode on FortiGates?

Unraveling the differences between these two UI modes.

What does the Reliable Logging feature on FortiGate/FortiAnalyzer do?

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What does the Reliable Logging feature on FortiGate/FortiAnalyzer do?

Because in order for logs to be useful, they need to exist...

What is the "proto=" field in FortiGate logs?

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What is the "proto=" field in FortiGate logs?

RFCs, lions, and bears. Oh my!

What is conserve mode on FortiGates?

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What is conserve mode on FortiGates?

Sounds interesting, right? Let's explore.

Can multiple interfaces be selected as incoming and outgoing interfaces for a FortiGate firewall policy?

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Can multiple interfaces be selected as incoming and outgoing interfaces for a FortiGate firewall policy?

A quick tip about interfaces on policies.

FortiGate SSL Inspection: What Happens with Invalid Certs?

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FortiGate SSL Inspection: What Happens with Invalid Certs?

Interesting choices...

What's the order of operations in HTTPS inspection for a FortiGate?

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What's the order of operations in HTTPS inspection for a FortiGate?

1... 2... and then 3...

What are some of the different ways failover can occur on FortiGates?

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What are some of the different ways failover can occur on FortiGates?

Examples of failover types

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