FortiNAC Components Quiz

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What is the main purpose of using port-based 802.1x authentication on FortiSwitch?

To authenticate a single host per port (correct)

To assign VLANs dynamically

To authenticate multiple hosts per port

To record MAC addresses of user devices

Which authentication method on FortiSwitch records the MAC addresses of user devices?

IEEE 802.1x authentication

MAC-based 802.1x authentication (correct)

Dynamic VLAN assignment

MAC authentication bypass

When should you consider using MAC-based authentication on FortiSwitch?

When you expect multiple hosts per port to authenticate

When enabling 802.1x authentication through security policies

When you want a single host per port to authenticate (correct)

When assigning VLANs dynamically

What is the role of managed FortiSwitch devices in VLAN assignment?

Assign VLANs based on RADIUS authentication Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario would you typically use port-based 802.1x authentication?

When any device behind the port can access the network after initial authentication Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between MAC-based and port-based 802.1x authentication on FortiSwitch?

MAC-based authenticates multiple hosts per port, while port-based authenticates a single host per port Signup and view all the answers

What method does FortiNAC commonly use to complete tasks related to the infrastructure?

SSH Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario does FortiNAC use DHCP to identify connected devices?

To identify connected devices and gain enhanced visibility Signup and view all the answers

How does FortiNAC stay up-to-date on visibility details?

Through syslog Signup and view all the answers

For what purpose does FortiNAC use RADIUS across a wired or wireless connection?

To gather visibility information and control access Signup and view all the answers

Which method does FortiNAC use to integrate with the ZTA architecture, according to the text?

SNMP Signup and view all the answers

What determines the communication methods that FortiNAC uses with infrastructure devices?

The vendor and model of the infrastructure device Signup and view all the answers

What are the three components of the FortiNAC solution?

Network Control and Application Server, FortiNAC Control Manager, FortiAnalyzer Signup and view all the answers

Which license type is recommended for comprehensive Zero Trust Access (ZTA) features?

FortiNAC Pro Signup and view all the answers

What responsibilities does the FortiNAC Control Manager have?

Global version control, Pooled licences Signup and view all the answers

Which deployment options are available for FortiNAC?

Physical device or virtual machine deployment Signup and view all the answers

Which components are optional in a FortiNAC deployment?

FortiNAC Control Manager and FortiAnalyzer Signup and view all the answers

What features are included in FortiNAC Plus beyond FortiNAC Base?

User visibility and authentication, Endpoint compliance Signup and view all the answers

'Automated provisioning for users, guests, and devices' is a feature of which FortiNAC license type?

FortiNAC Plus Signup and view all the answers

'Contextual information with triaged alerts' is found in which license type of FortiNAC?

'Contextual information' is available in FortiNAC Pro Signup and view all the answers

What functions does the Network Control and Application Server (NCAS) perform in a FortiNAC deployment?

MAC based address mapping, Validation assessment Signup and view all the answers

What capability does the FortiNAC Control Manager provide in terms of managing multiple devices?

Ability to update all devices to the same revision Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of MAC-based authentication over port-based authentication?

Individual host authentication Signup and view all the answers

Which method allows FortiAP to assign VLANs based on information stored in a RADIUS server?

Dynamic VLAN assignment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ZTNA Access Proxy in network security?

Eliminating the use of dial-up IPSEC VPNs Signup and view all the answers

How does FortiGate act as an access proxy in network security?

By verifying user identity with a client certificate Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of ZTNA tags in Fortinet's security architecture?

To enforce access control rules Signup and view all the answers

Which NAC solution is offered for free by Fortinet as part of their LAN Edge solution?

FortiLink NAC Signup and view all the answers

What role does FortiClient-EMS play in relation to ZTNA tags?

Synchronizing ZTNA tags with FortiGate through Security Fabric Signup and view all the answers

'Dynamic VLAN assignment' allows the same SSID to be deployed to many APs. What is the main advantage of this approach?

Improved network efficiency by avoiding multiple SSIDs Signup and view all the answers

How does 'TCP forwarding access proxy' operate in Fortinet's security setup?

By forwarding TCP traffic securely through HTTPS communication Signup and view all the answers

What fundamental aspect of security does Fortinet believe network access control (NAC) provides at the network edges?

Foundational visibility and control for network security Signup and view all the answers