NSE4 · Question #260
Which of the following describes the best custom signature for detecting the use of the word "Fortinet" in chat applications?
The correct answer is A. The sample packet trace illustrated in the exhibit provides details on the packet that requires. The best custom signature for detecting specific content in chat applications requires analysis of a packet trace (an exhibit) to precisely match the application's traffic patterns.
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Which of the following describes the best custom signature for detecting the use of the word "Fortinet" in chat applications?
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- AThe sample packet trace illustrated in the exhibit provides details on the packet that requires
- BF-SBID( --protocol tcp; --flow from_client; --pattern "fortinet"; --no_case; )
- CF-SBID( --protocol tcp; --flow from_client; --pattern "X-MMS-IM-Format"; --pattern "fortinet"; --
- DF-SBID( --protocol tcp; --flow from_client; --pattern "X-MMS-IM-Format"; --pattern "fortinet"; --
How the community answered
(22 responses)- A50% (11)
- B5% (1)
- C14% (3)
- D32% (7)
Why each option
The best custom signature for detecting specific content in chat applications requires analysis of a packet trace (an exhibit) to precisely match the application's traffic patterns.
Creating an effective custom signature for specific content in applications, especially chat, necessitates understanding the exact format and context of the traffic. The most accurate and efficient signature is derived directly from an observed packet trace, which reveals the target string within the application's specific protocol headers or payload, minimizing false positives and negatives.
This signature is too generic, only looking for 'fortinet' over TCP from the client, which would likely result in many false positives across various TCP-based applications, not just chat.
This option is incomplete and, by including 'X-MMS-IM-Format', specifically targets an outdated chat protocol (MSN Messenger), making it ineffective for modern, diverse chat applications.
This option is also incomplete and shares the same specificity issues as option C, targeting an outdated protocol and lacking the necessary completeness for a 'best' signature.
Concept tested: Custom IPS signature creation principles
Source: https://docs.fortinet.com/document/fortigate/7.4.0/administration-guide/526788/ips-sensor
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