NSE7_ZTA-7.2 Questions and Answers

Based on the ZTNA logs provided, the true statement is:

• A. The Remote_user ZTNA tag has matched the ZTNA rule: The log includes a user tag "ztna_user" and a policy name "External_Access_FAZ", which suggests that the ZTNA tag for "Remote_User" has successfully matched the ZTNA rule defined in the policy to allow access.

The other options are not supported by the information in the log:

• B. An authentication scheme is configured: The log does not provide details about an authentication scheme.
• C. The external IP for ZTNA server is 10.122.0.139: The log entry indicates "dstip=10.122.0.139" which suggests that this is the destination IP address for the traffic, not necessarily the external IP of the ZTNA server.
• D. Traffic is allowed by firewall policy 1: The log entry "policyid=1" indicates that the traffic is matched to firewall policy ID 1, but it does not explicitly state that the traffic is allowed; although the term "action=accept" suggests that the action taken by the policy is to allow the traffic, the answer option D could be considered correct as well.

References:

• Interpretation of FortiGate ZTNA Log Files.
• Analyzing Traffic Logs for Zero Trust Network Access.

In a ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access) deployment, FortiClient EMS:

• A. Uses endpoint information to grant or deny access to the network: FortiClient EMS plays a critical role in ZTNA by using information about the endpoint, such as its security posture and compliance status, to determine whether to grant or deny network access.

The other options do not accurately represent the role of FortiClient EMS in ZTNA:

• B. Provides network and user identity authentication services: While it contributes to the overall ZTNA strategy, FortiClient EMS itself does not directly provide authentication services.
• C. Generates and installs client certificates on managed endpoints: Certificate management is typically handled by other components in the ZTNA framework.
• D. Acts as ZTNA access proxy for managed endpoints: FortiClient EMS does not function as an access proxy; its role is more aligned with endpoint management and policy enforcement.

References:

• FortiClient EMS in Zero Trust Network Access Deployment.
• Role of FortiClient EMS in ZTNA.

The exhibit shows the EMS Settings where various configurations related to network security are displayed. Option C is correct because, in the settings, it is indicated that HTTPS port is used (which operates over TCP) and SSL certificates are involved in securing the connection, implying the use of TLS for encryption and secure communication between FortiClient and FortiClient EMS.

Option A is incorrect because the domain that FortiClient is connecting to does not have to match the domain to which the certificate is issued. The certificate is issued by the ZTNA CA, which is a separate entity from the domain. The certificate only contains the device ID, ZTNA tags, and other information that are used to identify and authenticate the device.

Option B is incorrect because if the FortiClient EMS server certificate is invalid, FortiClient does not connect silently. Instead, it performs the Invalid Certificate Action that is configured in the settings. The Invalid Certificate Action can be set to block, warn, or allow the connection.

Option D is incorrect because default_ZTNARoot CA does not sign the FortiClient certificate for the SSL connectivity to FortiClient EMS. The FortiClient certificate is signed by the ZTNA CA, which is a different certificate authority from default_ZTNARoot CA. default_ZTNARoot CA is the EMS CA Certificate that is used to verify the identity of the EMS server.

References :=

• [1]: Technical Tip: ZTNA for Corporate hosts with SAML authentication and FortiAuthenticator as IDP
• [2]: Zero Trust Network Access - Fortinet

FortiNAC uses a variety of methods to identify devices on the network, such as Vendor OUI, DHCP fingerprinting, and device profiling12. One of the supported communication methods that FortiNAC uses for initial device identification during discovery is SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)3. SNMP is a protocol that allows network devices to exchange information and monitor their status4. FortiNAC can use SNMP to read information from switches and routers, such as MAC addresses, IP addresses, VLANs, and port status3. SNMP can also be used to configure network devices and enforce policies4. References: 1: Identification | FortiNAC 9.4.0 - Fortinet Documentation 2: Device profiling process | FortiNAC8.3.0 | Fortinet Document Library 3: Using FortiNAC to identify medical devices - James Pratt 4: How does FortiNAC identify a new device on the network?