Description | This article describes how to apply DLP filter based on File Size. In this example, files larger than 1 MB will be logged. |
Scope | FortiGate. |
Solution |
A specific configuration is required to apply DLP filtering based on file size.
The following steps illustrate an example configuration.
config dlp profile
After, apply the DLP profile to a firewall policy. This policy needs to use SSL Deep Inspection and Proxy inspection mode. Remember that certificate warnings may appear if the end device does not trust the CA.
config firewall policy
After this configuration is in place, try to download a file larger than 1 MB, then go to Log & Report -> Security Events -> Data Loss Prevention. |
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