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AEK
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December 22, 2023
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FortiSIEM updates behind proxy

  • December 22, 2023
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Hello

I have two questions regarding FortiSIEM 6.7 content update.

  • Which ports are used by FSM to download content updates from FortiGuard (can't find it on admin guide)
  • Any advice when it connects to FortiGuard behind a proxy?
    Best answer by mnovelli

    Hello, Fortisiem use port https (TCP 443) to download content update

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    2 replies

    marcoperson_250
    Explorer III
    December 22, 2023

    Fortinet's FortiGate Security Manager (FSM) uses certain ports to download FortiGuard content upgrades. Even though they are not expressly mentioned in the admin guide, industry standards are frequently followed.

     

    FSM typically communicates with FortiGuard servers over ports 443 (HTTPS) and 8888 (HTTP). Enabling these ports in your firewall settings allows for seamless content upgrades.

     

    As configurations change, it's a good idea to keep an eye on Fortinet's official communications for any updates on port utilization.


    Furthermore, reading Fortinet's support or technical documentation can give real-time, correct information on the specific port needs for FSM and FortiGuard content updates.

    AEK
    SuperUser
    AEKAuthor
    SuperUser
    December 27, 2023

    Thanks Marco,

    But actually I mean by FSM FortiSIEM, not FortiGate Security Manager.

    mnovelli
    Staff
    mnovelliAnswer
    Staff
    March 8, 2024

    Hello, Fortisiem use port https (TCP 443) to download content update

    content_update.png

     

     

    AEK
    SuperUser
    AEKAuthor
    SuperUser
    March 8, 2024

    Thanks @mnovelli 

    Can you just share the reference document?