FORTINET-NSE56 Nse6 Fortimail Secure Email Gateway Practice Question
You notice that the FortiMail system time is incorrect, causing issues with SSL/TLS certificate validation. How do you correct this?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Configure an NTP server.
System time is managed through NTP configuration to ensure synchronization with a reliable time server.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Disable SSL certificate validation.
Why it's wrong here
This is a security vulnerability, not a fix.
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Configure an NTP server.
Why this is correct
NTP keeps the clock synchronized.
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Restart the system clock service.
Why it's wrong here
Service restarts do not correct time drift.
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Manually update via the CLI.
Why it's wrong here
Manual updates drift; NTP is the standard.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Fortinet exam blueprint
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