NSE6_FAZ-7.2 Fortinet NSE 6 - FortiAnalyzer 7.2 Administrator Questions and Answers

In a FortiAnalyzer Fabric, the FortiAnalyzer can recognize a Security Fabric group of devices, and it supports the Security Fabric by storing and analyzing logs from these units as if they were from a single device. The members of the Security Fabric group send their logs to the FortiAnalyzer, which acts as a supervisor for log storage and analysis, providing a centralized point of visibility and control over the logs.References:FortiAnalyzer 7.4.1 Administration Guide, "Security Fabric" section.

The default operating mode for FortiAnalyzer is analyzer mode. In this mode, FortiAnalyzer provides full functionality for event management and reporting features. This mode is intended for environments where comprehensive analysis and reporting are required. It allows FortiAnalyzer to collect, analyze, and store logs, as well as generate reports and manage events.References:FortiAnalyzer 7.4.1 Administration Guide, "Operating modes" section.

On FortiAnalyzer, analytics logs refer to the logs that have been processed, indexed, and then stored in the SQL database. This process allows for efficient data retrieval and analytics. Unlike basic log storage, which might involve simple compression and storage in a file system, analytics logs in FortiAnalyzer undergo an indexing process. This enables advanced features such as quick search, report generation, and detailed analysis, making it easier for administrators to gain insights into network activities and security incidents.References:FortiAnalyzer 7.2 Administrator Guide - "Log Management" and "Data Analytics" sections.

The FortiAnalyzer commandexecute factory-resetis used to erase all device settings, images, databases, and logs on disk but preserves the current IP address and route information. This command effectively resets the FortiAnalyzer to its factory settings while maintaining its network configuration, allowing it to be quickly reconfigured with the same network settings.References:FortiAnalyzer 7.4.1 Administration Guide, "Reset Commands" section.

To monitor the activities performed by any administrator, including a rogue one, on the FortiAnalyzer, you should use the FortiView feature. FortiView provides a comprehensive overview of the activities and events happening within the FortiAnalyzer environment, including administrator actions, making it the appropriate tool for tracking unauthorized or suspicious activities.References:FortiAnalyzer 7.4.1 Administration Guide, "System Settings > Fabric Management" section.

When only some of the expected logs from a FortiGate device are being received on FortiAnalyzer, it often indicates a configuration issue on the FortiGate side. Proper logging configuration on FortiGate involves specifying what types of logs to generate (e.g., traffic, event, security logs) and ensuring that these logs are directed to the FortiAnalyzer unit for storage and analysis. If the logging settings on FortiGate are not correctly configured, it could result in incomplete log data being sent to FortiAnalyzer. This might include missing logs for certain types of traffic or events that are not enabled for logging on the FortiGate device. Ensuring comprehensive logging is enabled and correctly directed to FortiAnalyzer is crucial for full visibility into network activities and for the effective analysis and reporting of security incidents and network performance.