What is the port for the Log Collection on Security Management Server?

Question

Options

• A253
• B443
• C18191
• D257

• B
  6% (2)
• C
  3% (1)
• D
  90% (28)

Explanation

Port 257 (FW1_log) is the designated Check Point protocol port for log collection, used when firewalls and other enforcement modules forward log data to the Security Management Server. This is a core Check Point architecture detail tested heavily on CCSA/CCSE exams.

Why the distractors are wrong:

• A (253): Not a standard Check Point port; this is a distractor with no relevant function in this context.
• B (443): This is standard HTTPS traffic - used for web-based management interfaces in some products, but not log collection.
• C (18191): A real Check Point port, but it's used for SmartConsole GUI client connections to the Management Server, not log collection - a common trap on this exam.

Memory tip: Think "2-5-7 = logs arrive" - port 257 is one above 256 (2^8), and you're "exceeding" normal limits to ship your logs home. Alternatively, pair it with port 18191 (SmartConsole) to remember both: 18191 = you SEE the management server; 257 = logs REACH the management server.

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