FORTINET-NSE56 Nse5 Fortianalyzer Operations Practice Question
When using 'Log Forwarding', can you filter the logs before they are forwarded?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Yes, using log filters
Yes, you can apply filters to log forwarding profiles to only send specific traffic types.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Only for FortiAnalyzer destinations
Why it's wrong here
Filters are universal in forwarding profiles.
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Yes, using log filters
Why this is correct
Log forwarding profiles support filters.
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No, all logs are forwarded
Why it's wrong here
Filters are supported.
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Only for Syslog
Why it's wrong here
Filters apply to all forwarding types.
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