Block access to Google Games

[spauldingd]

We recently implemented a pair of FW1120's with full FTD licensing.  Configuring access control policies to block specific websites and URL categories.

One of the categories we have blocked is "games" which does a great job of blocking those websites.  However, my users have discovered that by going to Google, searching for "solitaire" it brings up a listing of URL's that host solitaire.  Clicking those links results in a firewall block.  However, Google also hosts their own versions of solitaire and other games.  Which can be played directly from the main search page without triggering the block.

I don't want to do a complete block on Google, but cannot find the right filter to put in  place and block those games.  

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

[Christian1225]

You can try creating a custom URL filter that blocks certain Google search terms like “solitaire,” “tic tac toe,” or “snake” to prevent those games from loading directly on the search page. Also, make sure SSL decryption is enabled so your firewall can properly detect and block these embedded games from Google.

If that still doesn’t solve the issue, you might want to check Vore Games latest uploads . They cover a wide range of browser-based games, including Google's official ones like Solitaire, Snake, and Blackjack. It’s a helpful resource for identifying and managing hidden gaming content that might slip past traditional filters.

[spauldingd]

I've blocked everything Google except for search in the Apps section of the config.  I'm still working on SSL Decryption

The provided link does not work.  Can you confirm?  (I did check and it's not being blocked by my rules.)