Limiting logging of long URLs

Limit the number of URL characters stored in end-of-connection events to improve system performance while maintaining URL filtering functionality.

End-of-connection events for HTTP traffic record the URL requested by monitored hosts. Disabling or limiting the number of stored URL characters may improve system performance. Disabling URL logging (storing zero characters) does not affect URL filtering. The system filters traffic based on requested URLs even though the system does not record them.

Procedure

Step 1

In the access control policy editor, click More > Advanced Settings, then click Edit (edit icon) next to General Settings.

If View (View button) appears instead, the configuration is inherited from an ancestor policy, belongs to an ancestor domain, or you do not have permission to modify the configuration. If the configuration is unlocked, uncheck Inherit from base policy to enable editing.

Step 2

Enter the Maximum URL characters to store in connection events.

Step 3

Click OK.

Step 4

Click Save to save the policy.

The URL character limit is configured for connection events, optimizing system performance based on your specified settings.

What to do next

  • Deploy configuration changes.