NSE7 Advanced Threat Protection Practice Question
An admin wants to block malicious files detected by FortiSandbox at the FortiGate level. Which configuration is required on the FortiGate to automatically block files based on FortiSandbox verdict?
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently confuse reactive automation (Option C) with proactive inline prevention, or mistake web filtering (Option D) for file-based sandbox verdict enforcement.
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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Enable 'FortiSandbox inline prevention' in the antivirus profile
Enabling 'FortiSandbox inline prevention' in the antivirus profile allows FortiGate to automatically block files based on the verdict received from FortiSandbox. When this option is enabled, the FortiGate will hold the file until the sandbox analysis completes, then either allow or block the file based on the verdict (e.g., malware detected). This is the direct configuration for automatic file blocking at the gateway level.
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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Enable Threat Feeds on FortiGate and subscribe to FortiSandbox feeds
Why it's wrong here
Threat feeds provide IoCs, not real-time file blocking.
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Enable 'FortiSandbox inline prevention' in the antivirus profile
Why this is correct
This setting allows the FortiGate to block files immediately based on FortiSandbox verdicts.
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Configure an Automation Stitch that triggers on malware detected events and blocks the source IP
Why it's wrong here
Automation stitch can react post-detection, but not block the file inline.
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Configure a security policy with a Web Filter profile that blocks malware categories
Why it's wrong here
Web filter blocks URL categories, not file-based verdicts from FortiSandbox.
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