Web Filter issues

Forum|Forum|1 year ago
November 4, 2024
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Hello everyone.
I am encountering difficulties with our FortiGate 200E device at the company.
We are utilizing the web filter to control content access, however, we are observing inconsistent blocking behavior.
Specifically, when Proxy mode is enabled, certain categories of content are not being blocked as expected, despite being configured to do so. Conversely, when switching to Flow mode, the device is over-blocking content and miscategorizing websites. For instance, OneDrive is being classified as an abortion site, and YouTube is categorized as unknown.
I have already attempted to resolve this issue by updating firmware, cleaning the cache and implementing new rules, but the problem persists.
I would appreciate any insights or experiences that you may have regarding this matter. Thank you.

AEK

SuperUser

Hello

Does it happen in flow mode as well?

What do you see when you test rating lookup?

https://community.fortinet.com/t5/FortiGate/Technical-Tip-How-to-determine-the-category-of-a-website-or/ta-p/291086

It should match when you do it from your FG and from FortiGuard. Does it match?

AEK

luccap07Author

New Member

Hello!
Flow mode seems to be working better than proxy mode. It's blocking more sites (including allowed ones).
I tested the link you sent, and it doesn't match what's happening. I tested Amazon's website, which is classified as Shopping, but it's being blocked and treated as unknown.