p.29
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the focus of the section mentioned?
The architecture of hardware offload on FortiGate.
p.34
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the primary focus of the section?
The features of various processors used in hardware acceleration.
p.52
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What happens when NTurbo mode is set to basic?
NTurbo can be disabled on a security firewall policy.
p.51
Hardware Acceleration
Why might fragmented packets be processed out of order in FortiGate?
Different CPU cores are processing packets from the same multicast stream.
p.50
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What happens if a packet fails header checking in FortiGate?
FortiGate drops the packet.
p.46
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What does the NP7 processor accelerate?
Tunneling protocols in pass-through mode.
p.35
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the maximum throughput of the NP7 processor?
200 Gbps using two 100-Gbps interfaces.
p.5
Zero-Trust Security Model
From where can attacks originate in modern networks?
Attacks can come from inside the network as well as outside.
p.6
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What does the Fortinet enterprise firewall combine?
Converged networking and security.
p.32
Hardware Acceleration
How do CPs benefit the main CPU on FortiGate devices?
They offload resource-intensive security processes from the main CPU.
p.13
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What challenges do cloud and mobility create for security?
They complicate the management of applications.
p.34
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What processors are discussed in the section?
NP7, NP6, NTurbo, SoC4, and CP9.
p.26
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What does ISFW stand for?
Integrated Security Firewall.
p.4
Zero-Trust Security Model
How can malware bypass entry-point firewalls?
Through infected USB sticks or compromised personal devices.
p.40
Traffic Offloading Mechanisms
What is the benefit of offloading traffic from the kernel?
Improved performance and efficiency in traffic processing.
p.14
Compliance and Policy Management
What issue arises with IoT devices in relation to compliance?
Not all IoT devices can have endpoint enforcement enabled.
p.35
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What functionality does the NP7 processor deliver for network functions?
Unmatched performance and hyperscale for stateful firewall functions.
p.18
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is required for access to the internet in today's enterprise solutions?
Ubiquitous digital connectivity and consistent user experiences.
p.12
Network Segmentation Strategies
What role do internal segmentation firewalls play in network security?
They act as enforcement points that create multiple containment zones.
p.49
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the main focus of the section?
How to configure hardware acceleration.
p.26
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the main task in this lab?
Integrate existing interfaces on ISFW and NGFW to the new interfaces on each FortiGate device.
p.42
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the context of the flow chart?
It is part of the Hardware Acceleration Enterprise Firewall 7.2 Study Guide.
p.10
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the focus of the Enterprise Firewall 7.2 Study Guide?
Introduction to Network Security Architecture.
p.48
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
How can you ensure that the CP9 processor accelerates IPsec VPN tunnel traffic?
Update IPsec phase1 proposals to use a supported encryption algorithm.
p.45
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the maximum number of sessions that one NP7 processor can support?
Up to 12 million sessions.
p.46
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is meant by pass-through mode in relation to the NP7 processor?
Traffic does not originate from and is not sent to the processing FortiGate device.
p.19
Compliance and Policy Management
What is essential for securing compliance assets?
Implementing regulatory policy.
p.5
Zero-Trust Security Model
What is a key strategy for securing vast networks?
Applying the zero-trust model.
p.7
Fortinet Security Fabric
What does the Security Fabric enable in an enterprise network?
Communication of all security devices.
p.35
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What advantage does the NP7 processor provide for data center connections?
It allows FortiGate to encrypt high-speed data.
p.30
Security Processing Units (SPUs)
What is the role of the security processing unit (SPU) in FortiGate models?
To offload resource-intensive processing from the main CPU.
p.44
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the main focus of the section?
The limitations of offloading traffic on FortiGate.
p.3
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the focus of the Fortinet enterprise firewall solution?
Network Security Architecture.
p.48
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What happens if an unsupported phase1 proposal is used?
The CP9 processor does not accelerate security inspection on unencrypted IPsec traffic on FortiGate.
p.51
Hardware Acceleration
What CLI command can be used to address the issue of packet ordering in FortiGate?
Configure FortiGate to send all traffic received by an interface to the same CPU core.
p.39
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the primary function of the CP9 processor?
To increase performance by accelerating common security resources.
p.10
Network Segmentation Strategies
What does network segmentation architecture help to adopt?
A deep segmentation architecture.
p.40
Traffic Offloading Mechanisms
What is the purpose of traffic offloading in FortiGate?
To transfer traffic processing from the kernel to a Network Processor (NP).
p.19
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What role does trust management play in security?
It facilitates integration with broad security platforms.
p.12
Network Segmentation Strategies
How can you reduce the attack surface of an enterprise network?
By eliminating the flat network and increasing visibility and security.
p.19
Compliance and Policy Management
What should be included in a security assessment?
Business logic-driven security policy.
p.43
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What happens if the FortiGate CPU determines conditions are met for traffic?
The CPU accelerates and offloads the rest of the traffic to the NP6 processor.
p.49
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the context of the study guide mentioned?
Hardware Acceleration Enterprise Firewall 7.2.
p.48
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What may IPsec VPNs not support?
Some less commonly used proposals such as AES-GMAC.
p.24
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the main focus of the lesson?
The enterprise firewall solution and network security reference architecture.
p.2
Roles of Different Firewalls
What is one of the key competencies you will demonstrate in Fortinet network security architecture?
Understanding the roles of firewalls and their placement in the network.
p.26
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the focus of the study guide mentioned?
Network Security Architecture.
p.32
Hardware Acceleration
What are content processors (CPs) on FortiGate devices used for?
To accelerate network traffic and scan for potential security threats.
p.43
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What must happen to the first packets of TCP traffic during NP processing?
They must go to the FortiGate CPU.
p.54
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What should you review to find the ASIC version on FortiGate?
The ASIC version value from the command output.
p.4
Zero-Trust Security Model
From where can attacks originate in modern network security?
From anywhere, using any method, and affecting anything.
p.36
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the purpose of the four 10-Gbps connections in the NP6 processor?
They are tailored for high-end FortiGate devices where the 10-Gbps ports are attached to an ISF.
p.13
Network Segmentation Strategies
What does network segmentation utilize to enhance security?
The flexibility of the network to handle multiple use cases.
p.17
Enterprise Firewall Solution
Where are Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) typically deployed?
NGFWs can be deployed as entry-point firewalls or in the core of the network, focusing on firewall, application visibility, intrusion prevention, malware detection, and VPNs.
p.41
Hardware Acceleration
What does the FortiGate CPU verify regarding incoming packets?
Whether the packets match the offloading requirements.
p.17
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the purpose of an Internal Segmentation Firewall (ISFW)?
ISFWs split the network into multiple security segments and serve as breach containers for attacks originating from inside.
p.41
Hardware Acceleration
What happens if the session key or IPsec SA matches the original traffic?
FortiGate sends the packets to the NP for further processing.
p.22
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What happens when a workspace mode transaction times out?
All changes are discarded.
p.27
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the main focus of the lesson?
Hardware acceleration on FortiGate.
p.8
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the focus of the Fortinet network security reference architecture?
To provide a high-level overview of network security architecture.
p.21
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the context of the study guide?
Introduction to Network Security Architecture.
p.50
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What can be disabled to enforce strict header checking in FortiGate?
Hardware acceleration for NPs and CPs.
p.55
Security Processing Units (SPUs)
What did you explore regarding FortiGate in this lesson?
The different security processing units available on FortiGate.
p.26
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What does NGFW stand for?
Next-Generation Firewall.
p.9
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What can you use to inspect all traffic for full visibility?
IPS and advanced security services.
p.5
Zero-Trust Security Model
What does the zero-trust model imply for network security?
You cannot assume that everything and everyone inside the network can be trusted.
p.37
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the primary function of the NTurbo processor?
To offload traffic that the NP cannot offload due to security profiles.
p.14
Compliance and Policy Management
What is a limitation when creating network policies based on element colors?
If only like-colored elements can communicate, standard policies cannot be enforced.
p.23
Enterprise Firewall Solution
How can you view the CLI changes pending to be committed in your workspace?
By using the command 'config-transaction show txn-cli-commands'.
p.53
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
Why might someone disable offloading in FortiGate?
For debugging purposes or other reasons.
p.18
Roles of Different Firewalls
What does NGFW stand for?
Next-Generation Firewall.
p.12
Network Segmentation Strategies
Are web content filters necessary when reducing the attack surface?
No, they are not required.
p.11
Network Segmentation Strategies
How does an edge firewall function in network segmentation?
It divides the outside of the network from the inside.
p.17
Enterprise Firewall Solution
How do DEFWs connect to corporate headquarters?
DEFWs are connected to the corporate headquarters using a VPN.
p.18
Enterprise Firewall Solution
How does NGFW help organizations minimize costs?
By solving challenges corporates and enterprises face regularly.
p.11
Zero-Trust Security Model
What does a flat inside network imply for security?
There is no security to protect business assets from attackers.
p.39
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What types of tasks does the CP9 processor perform?
Hardware encryption, VPN, and SSL offloading.
p.19
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is a key strategy for managing attack vectors and risks?
Implementing defense in-depth with cost-effective enforcement points.
p.4
Zero-Trust Security Model
What assumption can no longer be made about the network?
That everything and everyone inside the network can be trusted.
p.45
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What limits the number of sessions an NP7 processor can handle?
The processor’s memory.
p.53
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What does disabling ASIC offloading affect in FortiGate?
It accelerates the IPsec Diffie-Hellman key exchange for IPsec ESP traffic.
p.6
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What deployment models are available for the Fortinet enterprise firewall?
Devices, virtual machines, containers, and SaaS.
p.30
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is Fortinet hardware acceleration technology?
The use of specialized hardware devices to offload security-related tasks from the main CPU in Fortinet security appliances.
p.41
Hardware Acceleration
What happens to packets that initiate a session on FortiGate?
They are passed to the FortiGate CPU for verification.
p.11
Network Segmentation Strategies
What is the primary purpose of implementing network segmentation with an edge firewall?
To protect the enterprise business from outside attacks and external threats.
p.7
Compliance and Policy Management
What type of management does FortiManager provide?
Single-pane-of-glass management.
p.17
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What security functions are typically minimized in DCFWs?
In DCFWs, the security functions are usually kept to a minimum: firewall, application control, and IPS.
p.41
Hardware Acceleration
What happens if packets do not pass the NP checks?
The NP sends them to the FortiGate CPU.
p.10
Network Segmentation Strategies
What are some potential drawbacks of adding segmentation across the enterprise network?
Increased cost, reduced flexibility, and hindered performance.
p.51
Hardware Acceleration
What issue can occur with fragmented packets in a multicast traffic stream on FortiGate?
They may be forwarded in the wrong order.
p.50
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What does FortiGate verify during strict header checking?
Parameters like Layer-4 protocol header length, IP header length, IP version, IP checksum, IP options, ESP correct sequence number, SPI, and data length.
p.24
Roles of Different Firewalls
What did you learn about firewalls in this lesson?
The roles of firewalls and their placement in the network.
p.25
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What does the study guide introduce?
Network Security Architecture.
p.23
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What does the command 'config-transaction status' indicate?
It shows if the current administrator is working on a workspace that is pending being committed.
p.23
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What information does 'config-transaction show txn-info' provide?
It shows the identifier for each active transaction, their expiration times, and the usernames of the administrators working on each workspace.
p.45
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What happens when an NP7 processor reaches its session limit?
Sessions over the limit are sent to the CPU.
p.31
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the FortiGate network processor (NP)?
A hardware-based network security platform.
p.14
Compliance and Policy Management
Why is redesigning the network for compliance not feasible?
Because new compliance requirements frequently arise.
p.31
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What benefits does the FortiGate NP provide?
Improved network performance, scalability, and simplified network management.
p.20
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What capabilities does DCFW offer to meet growing business requirements?
High availability and automation.
p.12
Network Segmentation Strategies
Why is deep SSL inspection mandatory in network security?
Because malware can hide inside encrypted sessions.
p.12
Network Segmentation Strategies
What type of protection is necessary for zero-day threats?
Advanced threat protection.
p.30
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What are application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) used for in Fortinet devices?
To offload and accelerate resource-intensive processing tasks.
p.33
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What does NP direct architecture remove to access the NP?
The use of the internal switch fabric (ISF).
p.47
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the context of the NP7 processor's capabilities?
Hardware Acceleration for Enterprise Firewall.
p.16
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the focus of the Fortinet Enterprise Firewall solution?
Network Security Architecture.
p.39
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
How does the CP9 processor enhance security functions?
By offloading resource-intensive processing and driving content inspection.
p.2
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What will you understand after completing the lesson on Fortinet network security architecture?
The enterprise firewall solution and the network security reference architecture.
p.19
Enterprise Firewall Solution
How can you improve security posture?
By securing critical applications and utilizing open API integration.
p.9
Zero-Trust Security Model
What is the purpose of managing internal risks through internal segmentation?
To prevent lateral movement of threats.
p.7
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What challenges does the Fortinet enterprise firewall solution address?
Networking and security challenges.
p.38
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What performance benefits does the SoC processor deliver?
Fast application identification, steering, and overlay performance.
p.5
Zero-Trust Security Model
What is the nature of attacks in borderless networks?
Attacks can come from anywhere, using any method, and affect anything.
p.22
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What does workspace mode allow administrators to do?
Make a batch of changes that are not implemented until they commit the transaction.
p.20
Enterprise Firewall Solution
How does DCFW help prevent business disruptions?
By offering full visibility and advanced security.
p.6
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What does NGFW stand for in the context of Fortinet's firewall?
Next-Generation Firewall.
p.36
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the benefit of the NP6 processor's connectivity to the FortiGate CPU?
It allows for higher bandwidth and improved performance.
p.11
Network Segmentation Strategies
What methods can be used to establish trust and access in network segmentation?
Network addresses, identity, and applications (in the case of an NGFW).
p.28
Security Processing Units (SPUs)
What will you explore regarding security processing units on FortiGate?
Their features and different types available.
p.55
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What aspect of FortiGate is covered in this lesson?
The design aspect of hardware acceleration.
p.39
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What improvements does the CP9 processor bring to the AV engine?
It improves dynamic signatures and hashes.
p.5
Zero-Trust Security Model
What is a significant challenge in securing modern networks?
The complexity created by working from home, BYOD, mobile users, and cloud technologies.
p.43
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the first step in NP processing for traffic?
Traffic passes through the FortiGate CPU for checks.
p.38
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What does the system-on-a-chip (SoC) processor consolidate?
Network and content processing.
p.13
Enterprise Firewall Solution
How can you improve the security posture of a business?
By securing critical business applications.
p.9
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What capability does scaling up and down provide for businesses?
To meet growing business requirements such as higher performance and high availability.
p.45
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
How can you avoid exceeding the session limit on NP7 processors?
By distributing incoming sessions evenly among multiple NP7 processors.
p.17
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the role of a Distributed Enterprise Firewall (DEFW)?
DEFWs are smaller devices installed in branch offices and remote sites, providing all-in-one security functions like firewall, application control, IPS, web filtering, and antivirus inspection.
p.12
Network Segmentation Strategies
What is the focus of reducing the attack surface in network security?
Securing the internal portions of the network.
p.37
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
After processing, where does the NTurbo processor send the packets?
To the ISF through the NP.
p.38
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the primary advantage of the SoC4 processor in terms of traffic?
It accelerates the traffic.
p.13
Roles of Different Firewalls
What type of firewall is needed for servers exposed to the internet?
A web application firewall.
p.6
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What does ZTNA stand for?
Zero Trust Network Access.
p.30
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
Can both network processors and content processors work simultaneously on FortiGate?
Yes, depending on the FortiGate model, they can work simultaneously while traffic is passing through.
p.15
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What benefit does integrating cloud services provide for network visibility?
It keeps network visibility high, even inside the cloud.
p.15
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the ultimate goal of monitoring cloud usage?
To keep your cloud under your control.
p.29
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the context of the study guide?
Hardware Acceleration Enterprise Firewall 7.2.
p.52
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What can be set in IPS global settings?
NTurbo and IPSA acceleration modes.
p.4
Zero-Trust Security Model
What types of threats must network administrators protect against today?
Zero-day attacks, APTs, polymorphic malware, and insider threats.
p.9
Zero-Trust Security Model
What does zero trust network access enforcement allow?
Explicit usage of applications for any user to any application.
p.36
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What are the two versions of the NP6 processor?
One with four 10-Gbps connections for high-end FortiGate devices, and another with three 10-Gbps and 16 1-Gbps connections for mid-range devices.
p.53
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the default behavior of FortiGate regarding IPsec Diffie-Hellman?
FortiGate uses IPsec Diffie-Hellman hardware offloading by default.
p.18
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What do organizations need to accelerate digital innovation?
Access to enterprise application solutions in hybrid IT architectures.
p.45
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What do you need to know to distribute incoming traffic among NP7 processors?
Which interfaces connect to which NP7 processors.
p.31
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
How does the FortiGate NP enhance performance?
By offloading specific security functions to dedicated hardware.
p.20
Enterprise Firewall Solution
How does DCFW contribute to a strong security posture?
By providing consistent and automated security policy.
p.18
Network Segmentation Strategies
What is dynamic segmentation used for in NGFW?
To host DMZ subnets and create balanced operations.
p.11
Zero-Trust Security Model
What is a major concern regarding the inside of the network?
There is no visibility, making it difficult to know who is accessing the network.
p.15
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What can be monitored once cloud services are integrated?
The amount of cloud usage for users or whole groups.
p.28
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is the main focus of hardware acceleration on FortiGate?
Understanding the design aspect and exploring different security processing units.
p.42
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What does the flow chart on the slide illustrate?
The process a packet goes through from arriving at the FortiGate device to completing the NP acceleration checklist.
p.52
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
Why would you disable NTurbo on a security firewall policy?
To troubleshoot or test hardware acceleration for specific traffic.
p.39
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What feature does the CP9 processor allow for data loss prevention (DLP) inspection?
Configurable two thresholds two divisors (TTTD) content chunking.
p.14
Compliance and Policy Management
What challenges do businesses face regarding compliance?
Policies often do not follow standard network boundaries.
p.53
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What CLI command can be used to disable ASIC offloading on FortiGate?
Run the command in the system global settings.
p.25
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the significance of Fortinet in network security?
Fortinet provides solutions for enterprise firewall and network security architecture.
p.43
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is required for UDP traffic in NP processing?
Only the first packet must pass through the FortiGate CPU.
p.38
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What technologies are combined in the SoC4 processor?
The main CPU of FortiGate with NP6XLite and CP9XLite.
p.31
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What are the main functions of the FortiGate NP?
Real-time, high-speed processing of network traffic for security and optimization.
p.36
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
How does the NP6 processor enhance security performance?
By supporting multicore CPUs that aid in higher flow for security and SSL inspection performance.
p.36
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What additional security features does the NP6 processor provide?
It enhances IPsec encryption and decryption and adds layers of security to VPN tunnels.
p.13
Enterprise Firewall Solution
Why is a secured email gateway important?
It is imperative for protecting against email-based attacks.
p.30
Security Processing Units (SPUs)
What types of processors can an SPU be on FortiGate?
A network processor (NP), a content processor (CP), or both.
p.13
Compliance and Policy Management
Why is using SSL to inspect transactions important for internal applications?
Because internal applications can be targets for attacks.
p.22
Enterprise Firewall Solution
How are administrators' permissions in workspace mode determined?
They are the same as the permissions defined in their account profile.
p.15
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What limitation do most firewalls have regarding cloud providers?
They have no visibility into the metadata of cloud providers.
p.37
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
On what type of CPU does FortiGate run the NTurbo driver?
On a CPU dedicated to processing traffic sent by the NP that requires security inspection in flow-based mode.
p.14
Compliance and Policy Management
What factors must be used to achieve compliance policies?
Business logic, user identity, and device identity.
p.32
Hardware Acceleration
What are the current Fortinet CP models available on most FortiGate devices?
CP9, CP9XLite, and CP9Lite.
p.37
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What happens to packets that pass through the NTurbo processor?
They are sent to the IPS engine to complete the required security task.
p.38
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
Why do FortiGate devices with the SoC4 processor not require binding interfaces to dedicated NPs?
Because the SoC4 processor combines all the SPUs on one chip.
p.22
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What happens to an object when it is edited in workspace mode?
It is locked, preventing other administrators from editing that object.
p.22
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is shown to the administrator when an object is being configured in another workspace transaction?
A warning message indicating that the object is currently being configured.
p.31
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What are the current Fortinet models available on most FortiGate devices?
NP7, NP6, NP6XLite, NP6Lite.
p.17
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What features are commonly enabled in Internal Segmentation Firewalls (ISFW)?
Common features in ISFWs include firewall, application control, web filtering, and IPS.
p.15
Enterprise Firewall Solution
Why is integration with outside sources sometimes required in network security?
To align business segmentation with the security the network can provide.
p.9
Fortinet Security Fabric
What should be automated to enhance enterprise efficiency?
All enterprise workflows.
p.38
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What type of devices benefit from the SoC4 processor?
Entry-level FortiGate devices.
p.30
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What benefits does hardware acceleration provide in Fortinet devices?
Improved performance and higher processing speeds for functions like encryption, decryption, and packet inspection.
p.18
Roles of Different Firewalls
What type of protection does NGFW provide?
Threat protection from external threats.
p.41
Hardware Acceleration
What determines the offloading requirements for packets?
The type of NP (Network Processor).
p.20
Enterprise Firewall Solution
In what way is DCFW environmentally responsible?
It helps customers achieve sustainability goals.
p.13
Fortinet Security Fabric
What is crucial for keeping critical infrastructure safe?
Ensuring that security information is shared among all solutions.
p.15
Enterprise Firewall Solution
How can network security be orchestrated with cloud services?
By using an application programming interface (API).
p.23
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What additional information does 'config-transaction show txn-info' provide about administrators?
It provides information about how and from where those administrators are connecting.
p.6
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the vision for the Fortinet enterprise firewall's operating system?
A unified operating system with native integration of NGFW, SWG, SD-WAN, and ZTNA.
p.7
Compliance and Policy Management
What tools does Fortinet provide for management and reporting?
FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer.
p.7
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What guidelines does the Fortinet enterprise firewall solution offer?
Where to install network security devices and their roles.
p.6
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What does SD-WAN refer to?
Software-Defined Wide Area Network.
p.11
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What advanced security features can help protect a business at the internet edge?
IPS, AV, and web content filtering.
p.11
Network Segmentation Strategies
What is the risk associated with partial planning of network segmentation?
The risk of compromise is very high.
p.33
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is a requirement for implementing NP direct architecture?
Offloaded traffic must enter and exit through interfaces connected to the same NP6 processor.
p.15
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What risks do Shadow IT and non-sanctioned cloud instances pose?
They can provide channels into the enterprise network that may not be known.
p.22
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What can an administrator do before committing changes in workspace mode?
Revert or edit the changes as needed without impacting current operations.
p.17
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is the primary function of a Data Center Firewall (DCFW)?
DCFWs protect corporate services by inspecting incoming traffic and are usually installed at the distribution layer, focusing on minimal security functions.
p.22
Enterprise Firewall Solution
How long does a workspace mode transaction last before timing out?
Five minutes if there is no activity.
p.6
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What is a key component of Fortinet's enterprise firewall architecture?
Security Processing Unit (SPU).
p.33
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
On which FortiGate devices is NP direct architecture available?
Devices equipped with two or more NP6 processors.
p.30
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
How does hardware acceleration affect network performance?
It allows Fortinet devices to handle more traffic and provides more efficient processing of network security functions.
p.41
Hardware Acceleration
How do NP checks differ from IPS anomaly checks?
NP checks are not the same as IPS anomaly checks.
p.33
Hardware Acceleration in FortiGate
What advantage does NP direct architecture provide?
Lowest-latency forwarding by allowing direct access between interfaces and the NP.
p.15
Enterprise Firewall Solution
What is a consequence of lacking visibility into cloud provider metadata?
Costs are unknown without post-service billing.
p.41
Hardware Acceleration
What does the NP do after receiving packets?
It matches packets on ingress ports and determines whether to accept or drop them.
p.22
Enterprise Firewall Solution
Where is workspace mode available?
Only through the FortiGate CLI.
p.41
Hardware Acceleration
What is the outcome if the NP finds a match for the session key or IPsec SA?
The acceleration continues for the packets, and they are offloaded from the FortiGate CPU.
p.1
FortiOS Architecture Overview
What will you learn about in this lesson?
The architecture of FortiOS.
