Using #FortiPAM with Custom Applications Across IT and OT Networks

[Kiho]

Hello.

We are planning to implement #FortiPAM through a Korean vendor and have a few questions regarding its compatibility with custom applications. Our network environment consists of separate IT and OT (Operational Technology) networks, controlled by firewall.

While we understand that #FortiPAM can easily register and manage known applications and ports (such as MS SQL with port 1433), we're curious about its capability to handle custom-developed, private applications.

Specifically:

1. Is it possible to register and manage custom-developed applications in #FortiPAM, similar to how we would with well-known applications?
2. We have a use case where a user in the IT network has developed an automation program to retrieve and analyze data from the OT network. Can we register this custom automation program in #FortiPAM?
3. If custom application registration is possible, can we also specify and manage the specific ports used by these applications through #FortiPAM?
4. Are there any special considerations or limitations when using #FortiPAM to manage access between IT and OT networks, especially concerning custom applications?

Any insights or guidance on these topics would be greatly appreciated. We're looking to ensure that our implementation of #FortiPAM can accommodate both standard and custom applications while maintaining the security between our IT and OT networks.

Thank you in advance for your assistance.

[rbraha]

Hi @Kiho 

I would suggest to reach your Fortinet Sales representatives or Professional Services so they can check environment/infrastructure of your customer and they can give an right answer about this implementation.