Fortinet FCSS_SASE_AD-24 FCSS - FortiSASE 24 Administrator Exam Practice Test

To enable theMSSP (Managed Security Service Provider)feature on FortiSASE, two key requirements must be met:

Assign role-based access control (RBAC) to IAM users using FortiCloud IAM portal (Option C):RBAC is essential for managing permissions and ensuring that different customers (tenants) have appropriate access levels. The FortiCloud Identity and Access Management (IAM) portal allows administrators to define roles and assign them to users, ensuring secure and granular control over resources.

Enable multi-tenancy on the FortiSASE portal (Option D):Multi-tenancy is a critical feature for MSSPs, as it allows them to manage multiple customer environments (tenants) from a single FortiSASE instance. Each tenant operates independently with its own configurations, policies, and reporting, while the MSSP retains centralized control.

Here’s why the other options are incorrect:

A. Add FortiCloud premium subscription on the root FortiCloud account:While FortiCloud subscriptions may enhance functionality, they are not specifically required to enable the MSSP feature.

B. Configure MSSP user accounts and permissions on the FortiSASE portal:User accounts and permissions are managed through the FortiCloud IAM portal, not directly on the FortiSASE portal.

References:

Fortinet FCSS FortiSASE Documentation - MSSP Feature Configuration

FortiSASE Administration Guide - Multi-Tenancy and RBAC Setup

Theagentless remote user internet accessuse case is designed to minimize individual endpoint configuration. In this scenario, FortiSASE provides secure internet access without requiring the installation of an agent on the endpoint device. This approach is particularly useful for environments with unmanaged devices or temporary users, as it eliminates the need for complex configurations on each endpoint. Instead, security policies are enforced at the network level, ensuring consistent protection without relying on endpoint-specific software.

Here’s why the other options are incorrect:

A. Site-based remote user internet access:This use case involves securing internet access for users at a specific site or location, typically through a gateway or firewall. While it simplifies configuration for all users at that site, it does not specifically minimize individual endpoint configuration for remote users.

C. SIA for SSL VPN remote users:SSL VPN requires users to connect to the corporate network via a client or browser-based interface. This approach often involves additional configuration on the endpoint, such as installing and configuring the SSL VPN client.

D. SIA using ZTNA:Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) focuses on verifying the identity and posture of devices before granting access to resources. While ZTNA enhances security, it may require endpoint agents or posture checks, which involve some level of endpoint configuration.

References:

Fortinet FCSS FortiSASE Documentation - Secure Internet Access (SIA) Use Cases

FortiSASE Administration Guide - Agentless Remote User Access

There are two deployment methods used to connect a FortiExtender as a FortiSASE LAN extension:

Connect FortiExtender to FortiSASE using FortiZTP:

FortiZero Touch Provisioning (FortiZTP) simplifies the deployment process by allowing FortiExtender to automatically connect and configure itself with FortiSASE.

This method requires minimal manual configuration, making it efficient for large-scale deployments.

Enter the FortiSASE domain name in the FortiExtender GUI as a static discovery server:

Manually configuring the FortiSASE domain name in the FortiExtender GUI allows the extender to discover and connect to the FortiSASE infrastructure.

This static discovery method ensures that FortiExtender can establish a connection with FortiSASE using the provided domain name.

References:

FortiOS 7.2 Administration Guide: Details on FortiExtender deployment methods and configurations.

FortiSASE 23.2 Documentation: Explains how to connect and configure FortiExtender with FortiSASE using FortiZTP and static discovery.

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To meet the requirements of implementingdevice posture checksfor remote endpoints and ensuringthatTCP trafficbetween the endpoints and protected servers is processed by FortiGate, the following three setups are necessary:

Configure ZTNA tags on FortiGate (Option A):ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access) tags are used to define access control policies based on the security posture of devices. By configuring ZTNA tags on FortiGate, administrators can enforce granular access controls, ensuring that only compliant devices can access protected resources.

Configure FortiGate as a zero trust network access (ZTNA) access proxy (Option B):FortiGate can act as a ZTNA access proxy, which allows it to mediate and secure connections between remote endpoints and protected servers. This setup ensures that all TCP traffic passes through FortiGate, enabling inspection and enforcement of security policies.

Configure ZTNA servers and ZTNA policies on FortiGate (Option C):To enable ZTNA functionality, administrators must define ZTNA servers (the protected resources) and create ZTNA policies on FortiGate. These policies determine how traffic is routed, inspected, and controlled based on device posture and user identity.

Here’s why the other options are incorrect:

D. Configure private access policies on FortiSASE with ZTNA:While FortiSASE supports ZTNA, the requirement specifies that TCP traffic must be processed by FortiGate. Configuring private access policies on FortiSASE would route traffic through FortiSASE instead of FortiGate, which does not meet the stated requirements.

E. Sync ZTNA tags from FortiSASE to FortiGate:Synchronizing ZTNA tags is unnecessary in this scenario because the focus is on FortiGate processing the traffic. The tags can be directly configured on FortiGate without involving FortiSASE.

References:

Fortinet FCSS FortiSASE Documentation - Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) Deployment

FortiGate Administration Guide - ZTNA Configuration

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In aSingle Sign-On (SSO)deployment on FortiSASE,SSO users can be imported into FortiSASE and added to user groups. This allows administrators to manage SSO users within FortiSASE, enabling them to apply policies, permissions, and group-based access controls. By integrating SSO with FortiSASE, organizations can streamline user authentication and simplify access management while maintaining security.

Here’s why the other options are incorrect:

A. SSO overrides any other previously configured user authentication:This is incorrect because SSO does not automatically override other authentication methods. FortiSASE supports multiple authentication mechanisms, and SSO is just one of them. Administrators can configure fallback authentication methods if needed.

B. SSO identity providers can be integrated using public and private access types:While FortiSASE supports integration with various identity providers (e.g., SAML, LDAP, OAuth), the concept of "public and private access types" is not applicable to SSO configurations.

C. SSO is recommended only for agent-based deployments:This is incorrect because SSO can be used in both agent-based and agentless deployments. It is not limited to environments where agents are installed.

References:

Fortinet FCSS FortiSASE Documentation - Single Sign-On (SSO) Integration

FortiSASE Administration Guide - User Authentication and SSO

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TheFortiGuard forensics analysis featureon FortiSASE is designed to help customersidentify and mitigate potential risks to their network. This feature provides detailed insights into suspicious activities, threats, and anomalies detected by FortiSASE. By analyzing logs, traffic patterns, and threat intelligence, FortiGuard forensics enables administrators to investigate incidents, understand their root causes, and take proactive measures to secure the network.

Here’s why the other options are incorrect:

A. It can help troubleshoot user-to-application performance issues:Performance troubleshooting is typically handled by features like Digital Experience Monitoring (DEM) or application performance monitoring tools, not forensics analysis.

C. It can monitor endpoint resources in real-time:Real-time endpoint monitoring is a function of endpoint security solutions like FortiClient or FortiEDR, not FortiGuard forensics analysis.

D. It is a 24x7x365 monitoring service of your FortiSASE environment:While Fortinet offers managed services for continuous monitoring, FortiGuard forensics analysis is not a dedicated monitoring service. Instead, it focuses on post-incident investigation and risk mitigation.

References:

Fortinet FCSS FortiSASE Documentation - FortiGuard Forensics Analysis

FortiSASE Administration Guide - Threat Detection and Response

FortiSASE provides several features to ensure secure access for remote workers. The following three ways are particularly relevant:

It secures traffic from endpoints to cloud applications (Option B):FortiSASE secures all traffic between remote endpoints and cloud applications by inspecting it in real time. This includes applying security policies, threat detection, and data protection measures to ensure that traffic is safe and compliant.

It offers zero trust network access (ZTNA) capabilities (Option D):ZTNA ensures that remote workers are granted access to resources based on strict verification of their identity and device posture. By treating all users and devices as untrusted by default, ZTNA minimizes the risk of unauthorized access and lateral movement within the network.

It enforces granular access policies based on user identities (Option E):FortiSASE allows administrators to define and enforce fine-grained access policies based on user identities, roles, and other attributes. This ensures that remote workers only have access to the resources they need, reducing the attack surface.

Here’s why the other options are incorrect:

A. It enforces multi-factor authentication (MFA) to validate remote users:While MFA is a critical security measure, it is typically implemented through identity providers (e.g., FortiAuthenticator or third-party solutions) rather than directly through FortiSASE.

C. It uses the identity & access management (IAM) portal to validate the identities of remote workers:FortiSASE integrates with IAM systems but does not use the IAM portal itself to validate identities. Identity validation is handled through authentication mechanisms like SAML, LDAP, or OAuth.

References:

Fortinet FCSS FortiSASE Documentation - Secure Remote Access

FortiSASE Administration Guide - ZTNA and Access Policies

To meet the requirement of inspecting all endpoint internet traffic on FortiSASE while excluding Google Maps traffic from the FortiSASE VPN tunnel and redirecting it to the endpoint's physical interface, you should configure split tunneling. Split tunneling allows specific traffic to bypass the VPN tunnel and be routed directly through the endpoint's local interface.

Split Tunneling Configuration:

Split tunneling enables selective traffic to be routed outside the VPN tunnel.

By configuring the Google Maps Fully Qualified Domain Name (FQDN) as a split tunneling destination, you ensure that traffic to Google Maps bypasses the VPN tunnel and uses the endpoint's local interface instead.

Implementation Steps:

Access the FortiSASE endpoint profile configuration.

Add the Google Maps FQDN to the split tunneling destinations list.

This configuration directs traffic intended for Google Maps to bypass the VPN tunnel and be routed directly through the endpoint's physical network interface.

References:

FortiOS 7.2 Administration Guide: Provides details on split tunneling configuration.

FortiSASE 23.2 Documentation: Explains how to set up and manage split tunneling for specific destinations.

When accessing the FortiSASE portal for the first time, an administrator must select data center locations for the following FortiSASE components:

Endpoint Management:

The data center location for endpoint management ensures that endpoint data and policies are managed and stored within the chosen geographical region.

Points of Presence (PoPs):

Points of Presence (PoPs) are the locations where FortiSASE services are delivered to users. Selecting PoP locations ensures optimal performance and connectivity for users based on their geographical distribution.

Logging:

The data center location for logging determines where log data is stored and managed. This is crucial for compliance and regulatory requirements, as well as for efficient log analysis and reporting.

References:

FortiOS 7.2 Administration Guide: Details on initial setup and configuration steps for FortiSASE.

FortiSASE 23.2 Documentation: Explains the importance of selecting data center locations for various FortiSASE components.