What kind of alerts does FortiGate generate when a potential threat is detected?

FortiGate generates alerts based on predefined thresholds set for various parameters within the network's security context. This approach enables the system to monitor traffic and events actively and trigger alerts when these parameters exceed determined limits, indicating potential threats or issues.

For instance, if the intrusion prevention system (IPS) detects a specific number of malicious packets within a given timeframe that surpass these predefined thresholds, it will generate an alert. This proactive notification system is vital for network administrators, allowing them to respond in a timely manner to ensure the security of the network.

The other choices are more focused on specific operational aspects rather than the general threat detection mechanism. While user login attempts or hardware errors might be monitored, they do not encompass the broader range of alerts that FortiGate generates concerning potential threats. Similarly, alerts for software updates are part of maintenance but do not represent the core function of detecting and notifying about security threats.