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What is the maximum number of different virus databases a FortiGate can have?

The correct answer is B. 2. A FortiGate device can utilize a maximum of two distinct virus databases to provide comprehensive and frequently updated threat detection capabilities.

Submitted by mike_84· Apr 18, 2026Security Profiles and Content Inspection

Question

What is the maximum number of different virus databases a FortiGate can have?

Options

  • A5
  • B2
  • C3
  • D4

How the community answered

(60 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • B
    93% (56)
  • C
    3% (2)
  • D
    2% (1)

Why each option

A FortiGate device can utilize a maximum of two distinct virus databases to provide comprehensive and frequently updated threat detection capabilities.

A5

This number does not correspond to the standard maximum number of virus databases maintained by a FortiGate.

B2Correct

FortiGate devices typically maintain two different virus databases: a main FortiGuard antivirus database for broad protection and an extended or extreme database for more specific and rapidly evolving threats, enhancing detection capabilities.

C3

This number does not correspond to the standard maximum number of virus databases maintained by a FortiGate.

D4

This number does not correspond to the standard maximum number of virus databases maintained by a FortiGate.

Concept tested: FortiGate antivirus database structure

Source: https://docs.fortinet.com/document/fortigate/7.4.0/administration-guide/378278/anti-virus

Topics

#FortiGate Antivirus#Virus Databases#Security Profiles#Content Inspection

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