Fortinet Exam NSE5_FSM-6.3 Topic 2 Question 15 Discussion

Syslog Ports: Syslog messages can be sent over different ports using TCP or UDP protocols.

Common Ports for Syslog:

UDP 514: This is the default port for sending syslog messages over UDP.

TCP 514: This is the default port for sending syslog messages over TCP, providing a more reliable transmission.

TCP 1470: This port is often used for secure or alternative syslog transmission.

Usage in FortiSIEM: FortiSIEM can be configured to receive syslog messages on these ports to ensure the logs are collected from various network devices.

Reference: FortiSIEM 6.3 User Guide, Syslog Integration section, which details the supported ports for syslog transmission.