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Aug 9, 2024 11:02 AM UTC

Technical Tip: Allow ISDB for Gmail

Description This article describes how to allow ISDB for Gmail.
Scope FortiGate.
Solution

Open the firewall policy, then select a destination.

Select Internet Services -> Search for 'Gmail' and then select the Gmail ISDB as shown below:

 

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In the same manner, it is possible to enable this for other ISDB services such as WhatsApp or Microsoft services.

 

Note: Make sure the FortiGuard connectivity is properly established for the updated ISDB and verify that the ISDB version is up-to-date. Use the following command to check:

diagnose autoupdate version

 

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The response above is an example of a Full database.

 

get system fortiguard-service status 
check for "Internet-service Full Database"

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