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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Fortinet
Exam Format
60 min
35
Not publicly disclosed
Professional
Registration
$400 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English
Validity
3 years
Pass any Expert-level Fortinet exam; Pass any two Professional-level Fortinet exams; Earn Continuing Education credits through Fortinet training
FORTISANDBOX Exam Topics and Domains
FORTISANDBOX is organized into 4 weighted domains. Expect to work with FortiView dashboard, Advanced unpacking module, Anti-evasion engine, API key management, and more.
1
Deployment and System Settings
30%
FortiSandbox Architecture and Deployment Models
FortiSandbox Architecture ComponentsSystem Configuration and Initial Setup
- Describe FortiSandbox architecture and components
- Configure system settings to meet enterprise security requirements
- Deploy FortiSandbox in different network environments
- Understand the role of FortiSandbox in the Security Fabric
High Availability (HA) Configuration
HA Cluster Deployment
- Deploy and manage HA clusters for high availability
- Configure failover parameters
- Monitor and troubleshoot HA operations
System Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Log Analysis and Debugging
- Troubleshoot system issues efficiently
- Monitor system performance and resource utilization
- Use diagnostic commands and tools
2
Scanning and Rating Components
35%
Scanning Engine Architecture
Two-Stage AI-Based AnalysisFile Pre-Filtering and Submission
- Describe the architecture and components of FortiSandbox scanning
- Explain the two-stage AI-based analysis process
- Configure pre-filter settings for optimal performance
Guest Virtual Machine Management
VM Image ConfigurationVM Performance Optimization
- Manage and optimize guest virtual machines for effective analysis
- Configure multiple OS types for comprehensive malware detection
- Troubleshoot VM-related issues
Rating and Behavior Analysis
Threat Rating SystemAnti-Evasion Techniques
- Understand the rating engine and threat scoring methodology
- Analyze behavior logs and tracer outputs
- Recognize and mitigate anti-evasion techniques
3
Integrations
25%
Fortinet Security Fabric Integration
FortiGate IntegrationFortiMail IntegrationFortiWeb and FortiClient Integration
- Integrate FortiSandbox with FortiGate, FortiMail, FortiWeb, and FortiClient
- Configure automated file submission from Security Fabric components
- Enable real-time threat intelligence sharing across the Security Fabric
Third-Party Integration and APIs
Open API IntegrationSyslog and SIEM Integration
- Integrate FortiSandbox with third-party security solutions using open APIs
- Configure syslog and SIEM integration for centralized monitoring
- Automate threat intelligence sharing with external platforms
Threat Intelligence and Community Sharing
FortiGuard Integration
- Configure FortiGuard integration for threat intelligence updates
- Participate in community threat sharing
- Leverage global threat intelligence for local protection
4
Results Analysis and Reporting
10%
Scan Results Interpretation
Analysis Report ComponentsThreat Verdict and Risk Assessment
- Analyze and interpret FortiSandbox scan results
- Understand threat verdicts and risk ratings
- Identify key indicators of compromise from analysis reports
MITRE ATT&CK Framework Reporting
ATT&CK Tactic and Technique Mapping
- Leverage MITRE ATT&CK-based reporting for threat analysis
- Understand how malware behaviors map to attack tactics and techniques
- Use ATT&CK framework for threat hunting and investigation
Investigative Tools and Reporting
Custom Reports and Dashboards
- Generate comprehensive threat reports for stakeholders
- Customize dashboards for security operations monitoring
- Use investigative tools for advanced threat analysis
How do I earn this certification?
Passing FORTISANDBOX earns the FCP Security Operations certification. It sits in the Security Operations track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
- FCX_Cybersecurity - FCX - Fortinet Certified Expert Cybersecurity Expert-level cybersecurity certification
- NSE_7 - NSE 7 Advanced AnalyticsAdvanced security analytics and threat hunting
Alternative Paths
- FCP_SOC_AD - FortiSOAR Administrator Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response for SOC teams
- FCP_FSM_7.4 - FortiSIEM Administrator Security Information and Event Management integration with FortiSandbox
- FCP_NDR - FortiNDR Administrator Network Detection and Response for advanced threat hunting
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How to study for this exam?
Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for FORTISANDBOX.
What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024
- Announcement date: 2024
Updates
- AI-Based Static and Dynamic Analysis 5.0 Core topic in Domain 2 (Scanning and Rating Components - 35%) • Release date: 2024
- MITRE ATT&CK Framework Integration 5.0 Key component of Domain 4 (Results Analysis and Reporting - 10%) • Release date: 2024
- Cloud VM Services 5.0 Part of Domain 2 (VM Management and Optimization) • Release date: 2024
- Security Fabric Connector 5.0 Critical for Domain 3 (Integrations - 25%) • Release date: 2024
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Network Security Engineers and Security Operations Center (SOC) Analysts.
- Understanding of NSE 4 FortiGate Security
- Understanding of NSE 4 FortiGate Infrastructure
- Knowledge of NSE 6 FortiMail (recommended)
- Knowledge of NSE 6 FortiWeb (recommended)
- Knowledge of NSE 5 FortiClient (recommended)
- Experience with network security and malware analysis