NSE7 Advanced Threat Protection Practice Question
An administrator configures a WAF profile on FortiGate to protect a web application. However, the administrator notices that SQL injection attacks are not being blocked. What should the administrator check first?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many candidates assume attaching the WAF profile to a firewall policy is sufficient, overlooking the granular signature enablement required within the profile itself.
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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The SQL injection signatures are enabled in the WAF profile
SQL injection attacks are blocked by specific signatures within the WAF profile. If these signatures are not enabled, the WAF will not inspect HTTP requests for SQL injection patterns, allowing attacks to pass through. The administrator must verify that the SQL injection signatures are toggled on under the WAF profile's signature configuration.
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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The SQL injection signatures are enabled in the WAF profile
Why this is correct
WAF profiles have signature sets; SQL injection must be enabled.
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The WAF profile is attached to the correct firewall policy
Why it's wrong here
This is important but if signatures are disabled, attacks won't be blocked.
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The FortiGate has a valid Advanced Web Protection subscription
Why it's wrong here
WAF is included in UTM or Advanced, but signature enablement is the first check.
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The web application is using HTTPS and SSL inspection is configured
Why it's wrong here
SSL inspection is needed for HTTPS, but the issue is SQL injection not being blocked.
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