NSE7 Enterprise Firewall and VDOMs Practice Question
An administrator configures an automation stitch in FortiManager to execute a CLI script on a FortiGate when a specific event is triggered. The automation stitch is enabled but does not run when the event occurs. What is the most likely cause?
⚠ Common exam trap
It's easy for candidates to assume enabling the automation stitch in FortiManager is sufficient for it to run on the FortiGate, overlooking the critical step of installing the configuration to the managed device, which is a common point of failure in centralized management workflows.
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 automation stitch has not been installed to the FortiGate
In FortiManager, automation stitches are created and stored in the central management database but must be explicitly installed to the managed FortiGate via the 'Install Wizard' or a direct policy/object install. Until the stitch is installed, the FortiGate does not have the configuration locally, so even if the stitch is enabled in FortiManager and the event occurs, the FortiGate will not execute the CLI script. This is a common oversight where administrators assume enabling the stitch in FortiManager automatically pushes it to the device.
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 event trigger is set to high severity only
Why it's wrong here
If the event matches, it should trigger regardless of severity unless filtered.
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The FortiGate does not support automation stitches
Why it's wrong here
FortiGates running supported FortiOS versions do support automation stitches.
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The automation stitch has not been installed to the FortiGate
Why this is correct
Automation stitches must be installed (pushed) to the FortiGate before they become active.
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The CLI script contains an invalid command
Why it's wrong here
An invalid command would cause the script to fail, but the stitch would still attempt to run.
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