How to allow web sites with Flash media content

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Description
This article includes a basic description of steps required to allow some web sites which may be blocked because of FortGate AntiVirus settings if a web site has Flash content.
Scope
Fortios 3.0, NAT or Transparent mode.
Solution

If you are having issues with websites using Flash content can use the following steps to allow this specific type of media while not opening a FortiGate unit to any more vulnerablities.

To exempt a file type from getting blocked by AntiVirus

1. Go to Firewall > Protection Profile.

2. Select Edit for a protection profile.

3. Select the expand arrow for Anti-Virus, to see which list is in use for File Filter.

4. Go to Anti-Virus > File Filter.

5. Select Edit for the required list.

6. Select Create New.

7. Select Filter type: File Name Pattern and enter the following:

Pattern: *.swf
Action: Allow
Enable: checked

8. Select OK.

9. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for extension .fla.