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AvantGuard - DNSFilter

AvantGuard - DNSFilter

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Overview

This node interacts with the AvantGuard DNSFilter API to retrieve the permissive mode status of a specific policy. It is useful in scenarios where users need to programmatically check or audit the permissive mode setting of DNS filtering policies within their network security configurations. For example, a network administrator might use this node to verify if certain policies are set to permissive mode before applying stricter rules.

Properties

Name Meaning
Id The unique identifier (ID) of the policy whose permissive mode status is to be retrieved. This is a required numeric input.

Output

The node outputs JSON data representing the permissive mode details of the specified policy. The exact structure depends on the API response but typically includes fields indicating whether permissive mode is enabled and related metadata about the policy's configuration.

No binary data output is expected from this node.

Dependencies

  • Requires an API key credential for authenticating with the AvantGuard DNSFilter service.
  • The node uses the base URL https://api.dnsfilter.com for API requests.
  • Proper configuration of the API authentication credential in n8n is necessary for successful execution.

Troubleshooting

  • Common issues:

    • Invalid or missing policy ID will cause the API call to fail.
    • Incorrect or expired API credentials will result in authentication errors.
    • Network connectivity problems can prevent reaching the DNSFilter API endpoint.
  • Error messages:

    • Authentication failures typically return HTTP 401 Unauthorized; ensure the API key is valid and correctly configured.
    • A 404 Not Found error may indicate that the specified policy ID does not exist.
    • Timeout or network errors suggest connectivity issues; verify internet access and firewall settings.

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