Watchguard Network Security Practice Test

Which method is NOT a valid way to check changes made to device configuration by Device Administrators on a Firebox?

1. Review the activity logs in the Firebox System Manager

2. Use Dimension for the Audit Trail report

3. Visit the WatchGuard Server Center for device history

4. Inspect the configuration file directly on the device

The correct answer is: Inspect the configuration file directly on the device

Inspecting the configuration file directly on the device is not considered a valid method for checking changes made by Device Administrators on a Firebox. This approach lacks the structured and comprehensive tracking capabilities that logging and reporting tools provide. The other methods, such as reviewing activity logs in the Firebox System Manager, using Dimension for the Audit Trail report, and visiting the WatchGuard Server Center for device history, offer more reliable and user-friendly means of tracking configuration changes. They maintain detailed logs and reports that specifically log changes made by administrators, including timestamps and descriptions of the changes, making it easier to audit and manage the security setup. In contrast, directly inspecting the configuration file does not provide the same level of detail or context regarding when, why, or by whom changes were made, and it may not capture all changes especially if they were made through the graphical user interface or command-line interface dynamically. This lack of visibility makes it an inadequate method for thorough oversight of device configuration modifications.