Which SQL query is in the correct order to query to database in the FortiAnalyzer?
In FortiAnalyzer's SQL query syntax, the typical order for querying the database follows the standard SQL format, which is:
SELECT <column(s)> FROM <table> WHERE <condition(s)> GROUP BY <column(s)>
Option D correctly follows this structure:
SELECT devid FROM $log: This specifies that the query is selecting the devid column from the $log table.
WHERE 'user' = ': This part of the query is intended to filter results based on a condition involving the user column. Although there appears to be a minor typographical issue (possibly missing the user value after =), it structurally adheres to the correct SQL order.
GROUP BY devid: This groups the results by devid, which is correctly positioned at the end of the query.
Let's briefly examine why the other options are incorrect:
Option A: SELECT devid FROM $log GROUP BY devid WHERE 'user', 'users1'
This is incorrect because the GROUP BY clause appears before the WHERE clause, which is out of order in SQL syntax.
Option B: SELECT FROM $log WHERE devid 'user', USER1' GROUP BY devid
This is incorrect because it lacks a column in the SELECT statement and the WHERE clause syntax is malformed.
Option C: SELCT devid WHERE 'user' - 'USER1' FROM $log GROUP BY devid
This is incorrect because the SELECT keyword is misspelled as SELCT, and the WHERE condition syntax is invalid.
Which statement about sending notifications with incident updates is true?
What is the purpose of running the command diagnose sql status sqlreportd?
The command diagnose sql status sqlreportd is used in FortiAnalyzer to obtain specific information about the SQL reporting process and caching status. Here's what this command accomplishes and an analysis of each option:
Command Functionality:
sqlreportd is the FortiAnalyzer daemon responsible for managing SQL-based reporting processes.
The diagnose sql status sqlreportd command provides information on active SQL query connections and the hcache (historical cache) status, which helps in monitoring and troubleshooting SQL report generation.
Option Analysis:
Option A - To View a List of Scheduled Reports:
This option is incorrect because the command does not list scheduled reports. Instead, it focuses on SQL reporting processes and cache details.
Option B - To List the Current SQL Processes Running:
While the command may show active SQL connections, its primary focus is not a detailed list of all SQL processes but rather the connections and cache status for reporting.
Option C - To Display the SQL Query Connections and hcache Status:
This is correct. The command specifically provides information on SQL query connections related to the reporting process (sqlreportd) and displays the hcache status.
Option D - To Identify the Database Log Insertion Status:
This is incorrect. The command does not provide details on log insertion status. Log insertion status is typically monitored through different diagnostic commands focused on database processes and log handling.
Conclusion:
Correct Answe r : C. To display the SQL query connections and hcache status
This command is used to monitor SQL reporting activities and cache status, aiding in the analysis of report generation performance and connection health.
FortiAnalyzer 7.4.1 documentation on SQL diagnostic commands, particularly those related to reporting (sqlreportd) and caching mechanisms.
Which FortiAnalyzer feature allows you to use a proactive approach when managing your network security?
FortiAnalyzer offers several features for monitoring, alerting, and incident management, each serving different purposes. Let's examine each option to determine which one best supports a proactive security approach.
Option A - FortiView Monitor:
FortiView is a visualization tool that provides real-time and historical insights into network traffic, threats, and logs. While it gives visibility into network activity, it is generally more reactive than proactive, as it relies on existing log data and incidents.
Conclusion: Incorrect.
Option B - Outbreak Alert Services:
Outbreak Alert Services in FortiAnalyzer notify administrators of emerging threats and outbreaks based on FortiGuard intelligence. This is beneficial for awareness of potential threats but does not offer a hands-on, investigative approach. It's more of a notification service rather than an active, proactive investigation tool.
Conclusion: Incorrect.
Option C - Incidents Dashboard:
The Incidents Dashboard provides a summary of incidents and current security statuses within the network. While it assists with ongoing incident response, it is used to manage and track existing incidents rather than proactively identifying new threats.
Conclusion: Incorrect.
Option D - Threat Hunting:
Threat Hunting in FortiAnalyzer enables security analysts to actively search for hidden threats or malicious activities within the network by leveraging historical data, analytics, and intelligence. This is a proactive approach as it allows analysts to seek out threats before they escalate into incidents.
Conclusion: Correct.
Conclusion:
Correct Answe r : D. Threat hunting
Threat hunting is the most proactive feature among the options, as it involves actively searching for threats within the network rather than reacting to already detected incidents.
FortiAnalyzer 7.4.1 documentation on Threat Hunting and proactive security measures.
Exhibit.
Assume these are all the events that exist on the FortiAnalyzer device.
How many events will be added to the incident created after running this playbook?
In the exhibit, we see a playbook in FortiAnalyzer designed to retrieve events based on specific criteria, create an incident, and attach relevant data to that incident. The 'Get Event' task configuration specifies filters to match any of the following conditions:
Severity = High
Event Type = Web Filter
Tag = Malware
Analysis of Events:
In the FortiAnalyzer Event Monitor list:
We need to identify events that meet any one of the specified conditions (since the filter is set to 'Match Any Condition').
Events Matching Criteria:
Severity = High:
There are two events with 'High' severity, both with the 'Event Type' IPS.
Event Type = Web Filter:
There are two events with the 'Event Type' Web Filter. One has a 'Medium' severity, and the other has a 'Low' severity.
Tag = Malware:
There are two events tagged with 'Malware,' both with the 'Event Type' Antivirus and 'Medium' severity.
After filtering based on these criteria, there are four distinct events:
Two from the 'Severity = High' filter.
One from the 'Event Type = Web Filter' filter.
One from the 'Tag = Malware' filter.
Conclusion:
Correct Answe r : D. Four events will be added.
This answer matches the conditions set in the playbook filter configuration and the events listed in the Event Monitor.
FortiAnalyzer 7.4.1 documentation on event filtering, playbook configuration, and incident management criteria.