Advanced configuration

Protection profiles

Advanced configuration

The FortiGate unit and the FortiOS operating system provide a wide range of features that enable you to control network and internet traffic and protect your network. This chapter describes some of these options and how to configure them.

This chapter includes

Protection profiles

Firewall policies

Antivirus options

AntiSpam options

Web filtering

Logging

Protection profiles

A protection profile is a group of settings you can adjust to suit your requirements for network protection. Since protection profiles apply different protection settings to traffic controlled by firewall policies, you can tailor the settings to the type of traffic each policy handles.

Use protection profiles to configure:

antivirus protection

web filtering

web category filtering

spam filtering

content archiving

instant messaging filtering and access control

P2P access and bandwidth control

logging options for policies and configurations within the policies

rate limiting for VoIP protocols.

Using protection profiles, you can customize types and levels of protection for different firewall policies.

For example, while traffic between internal and external addresses might need strict protection, traffic between trusted internal addresses might need moderate protection. You can configure policies for different traffic services to use the same or different protection profiles.

The FortiGate unit is preconfigured with four default protection profiles. In many cases you can use these default protection profiles, or use them as a starting point in creating your own.

Table 1: Default protection profiles

Strict Applies maximum protection to HTTP, FTP, IMAP, POP3, and SMTP traffic. The strict protection profile may not be useful under normal circumstances but it is available when maximum protection is required.

Scan Apply virus scanning to HTTP, FTP, IMAP, POP3, and SMTP traffic.

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60B specifications

The Fortinet FortiGate 60B is a compact, high-performance network security appliance designed for small to medium-sized businesses. As part of Fortinet's FortiGate series, the 60B integrates advanced security features and technologies, making it an ideal solution for organizations seeking to protect their networks from growing cyber threats.

One of the main features of the FortiGate 60B is its robust firewall capability. The device provides next-generation firewall (NGFW) functionalities, allowing businesses to monitor and control traffic at multiple layers. This includes application control, intrusion prevention, and web filtering, ensuring that only legitimate traffic is allowed access to critical resources. With a strong emphasis on threat detection, the 60B employs FortiGuard Labs' threat intelligence services to stay updated on the latest malware and attack vectors.

Another significant characteristic of the FortiGate 60B is its integrated virtual private network (VPN) capabilities. The device supports both site-to-site and remote access VPNs, enabling secure connections for remote employees and branch offices. This feature is essential for organizations that require secure communication over public networks, ensuring that sensitive data remains protected.

Performance is also a focal point of the FortiGate 60B. The appliance is equipped with dedicated hardware acceleration that optimizes throughput and minimizes latency. With impressive SSL inspection capabilities, it can handle encrypted traffic efficiently, making it well-suited for an increasingly secure internet landscape.

The FortiGate 60B also boasts extensive reporting and analytics features, enabling IT teams to gain valuable insights into network activity. This includes detailed logs and dashboards that help organizations identify potential security risks and respond to incidents in real time. In addition, the appliance is built with scalability in mind, allowing businesses to expand their security posture as they grow.

Furthermore, the FortiGate 60B is designed for ease of management. The unit can be configured and monitored through Fortinet's centralized management system, FortiManager, simplifying the administration of multiple devices across various locations.

In summary, the Fortinet FortiGate 60B is a powerful, versatile network security solution that combines advanced firewall capabilities, VPN support, and integrated threat intelligence. With its strong performance metrics and user-friendly management tools, it is an excellent choice for organizations aiming to bolster their cybersecurity defenses while maintaining operational efficiency.