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External Block List (Threat Feed) - Authentication

External Block List (Threat Feed) - Authentication

In FortiOS 6.2, the external Threat Feed connector (block list retrieved by HTTPS) now supports username and password authentication.

To enable username and password authentication:
  1. Navigate to Security Fabric > Fabric Connectors.
  2. Edit an existing Threat Feed or create a new one by selecting Create New.
  3. In Connector Settings, select the HTTP basic authentication toggle to enable the feature.
  4. Enter a username and password.

    Username and password authentication is enabled through connector settings.

  5. Select OK to save your changes.

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External Block List (Threat Feed) - Authentication

External Block List (Threat Feed) - Authentication

In FortiOS 6.2, the external Threat Feed connector (block list retrieved by HTTPS) now supports username and password authentication.

To enable username and password authentication:
  1. Navigate to Security Fabric > Fabric Connectors.
  2. Edit an existing Threat Feed or create a new one by selecting Create New.
  3. In Connector Settings, select the HTTP basic authentication toggle to enable the feature.
  4. Enter a username and password.

    Username and password authentication is enabled through connector settings.

  5. Select OK to save your changes.