FortiClient integration extends FortiSASE capabilities beyond cloud-based traffic inspection by introducing endpoint-level security assessment, telemetry collection, and vulnerability management.
Option B is correct because FortiClient performs device posture assessments based on security conditions such as operating system information, antivirus status, running processes, and other endpoint attributes. FortiSASE uses this information to generate security posture tags that can be incorporated into zero-trust access policies.
The FortiClient agent evaluates tagging rules locally and reports results to FortiSASE. Administrators can consequently implement context-aware access decisions based on device compliance rather than relying exclusively on user authentication.
Option C is correct because FortiClient supports vulnerability scanning and management. It can identify vulnerable applications and operating system components, helping administrators assess endpoint security exposure and implement appropriate remediation measures.
Option A is incorrect because SSL inspection is a cloud-delivered security capability available through FortiSASE and does not inherently require FortiClient.
Option D is incorrect because inline CASB operates through FortiSASE application control and web security inspection. It is not exclusive to agent-based deployment.
The key architectural distinction is that FortiClient provides endpoint-resident security telemetry and vulnerability assessment capabilities, whereas agentless proxy deployments primarily enforce security through cloud traffic inspection.
[References: FortiSASE 25 Enterprise Administrator Study Guide, Endpoint Management, pages 82–95; FortiSASE Feature Administration Guide — Security Posture Tags and Tagging Rules; Supported FortiClient Features., ==========, ]
