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FortiOS Log Message Reference

Before you begin

Before you begin

Before you begin using this reference, read the following notes:

  • Information in this document applies to all FortiGate units that are currently running FortiOS 6.2.1 or higher.
  • Ensure that you have enabled logging for the FortiOS unit.
  • Each log message is displayed in the Log & Report pane of the GUI. You can also download the RAW format from the Log & Report pane.
  • Each log message is documented similar to how it appears in the RAW format.

This reference contains detailed information for each log type and subtype; however, this reference contains only information gathered at publication and, as a result, not every log message field contains detailed information.

Before you begin

Before you begin using this reference, read the following notes:

  • Information in this document applies to all FortiGate units that are currently running FortiOS 6.2.1 or higher.
  • Ensure that you have enabled logging for the FortiOS unit.
  • Each log message is displayed in the Log & Report pane of the GUI. You can also download the RAW format from the Log & Report pane.
  • Each log message is documented similar to how it appears in the RAW format.

This reference contains detailed information for each log type and subtype; however, this reference contains only information gathered at publication and, as a result, not every log message field contains detailed information.