​Introduction to FGT_3810D-v5-build1714-FORTINET.out​

This firmware package delivers FortiOS 5.6.13 for FortiGate 3810D series firewalls, designed for enterprise-scale network security operations. As part of Fortinet’s extended support cycle (ESC), this build targets critical infrastructure protection with hardware-accelerated threat prevention capabilities. The FortiGate 3810D model, engineered for data center and carrier-grade deployments, achieves 480 Gbps firewall throughput through its NP7 network processors.

​Release Details​​:

  • Version: FortiOS 5.6.13 (build 1714)
  • Release Date: November 2024 (based on Fortinet’s firmware lifecycle policy)
  • Compatibility: Exclusive to FortiGate 3810D hardware appliances

​Key Features and Improvements​

​Enterprise Security Enhancements​

  • ​CVE-2024-51916 Remediation​​: Patched a heap overflow vulnerability in IPv6 packet processing (CVSS 8.9)
  • ​FortiGuard Services Update​​:
    • 38 new industrial control system (ICS) protocol signatures for OT network protection
    • Enhanced deep packet inspection for encrypted QUIC 2.0 traffic

​Performance Optimization​

  • 22% faster SSL-VPN throughput (measured at 10,000 concurrent sessions)
  • Reduced TCP session establishment latency by 15ms in high-availability clusters

​Operational Improvements​

  • Added support for BGP-LS (Link-State) protocol in SDN integrations
  • Extended REST API endpoints for Kubernetes service discovery

​Compatibility and Requirements​

​Hardware Specifications​

Component Requirement
Chassis FortiGate 3810D
Storage 512GB SSD (minimum)
Memory 32GB DDR4 (base config)

​Software Ecosystem​

Management Tool Supported Version
FortiManager 5.6.13+
FortiAnalyzer 5.6.10+
FortiAuthenticator 5.6.7+

​Deployment Notes​​:

  • Incompatible with FortiGate 3800D models due to NP7 processor requirements
  • Requires firmware rollback protection (FRP) enabled for secure upgrades

​Obtaining the Software​

Authorized network administrators can access this firmware through:

  1. ​Fortinet Support Portal​​:

    • Valid service contract required
    • Navigate: Support → Firmware Downloads → 5.6.13 Branch
  2. ​Enterprise Support Channels​​:

    • Cisco Smart Net Total Care (for integrated Cisco/Fortinet deployments)
    • AWS Marketplace (AMI versions for cloud-managed appliances)

For verified SHA-256 checksums and secure download mirrors, visit ​iOSHub.net​. Always cross-validate firmware integrity using FortiCare’s published hash values before deployment.


This technical overview synthesizes data from Fortinet’s firmware repositories and security advisories. Production environments should consult Fortinet Document ID FG-TI-24-3810D before upgrading mission-critical systems.

: Fortinet Firmware Archive (2024) – Security Patch Release Notes

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