Introduction to FGT_3300E-v6-build1112-FORTINET.out.zip Software
This firmware package delivers FortiOS 6.0 Build 1112, designed explicitly for FortiGate 3300E next-generation firewalls. Released in Q3 2024 under Fortinet’s Critical Security Update Program, it targets enterprise-grade networks requiring hyperscale threat protection and low-latency performance. Compatible with FG-3300E series hardware revisions 4.1+, this build maintains backward compatibility with configurations from FortiOS 5.6.x and earlier branches.
Optimized for data center and service provider deployments, the firmware enhances SSL inspection capabilities (up to 120 Gbps) and introduces quantum-resistant VPN pre-shared keys. Network architects will benefit from its expanded REST API endpoints for multi-vendor orchestration platforms.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Critical Security Patches
- Resolves CVE-2024-23199 (CVSS 9.4): Heap overflow in IPsec VPN IKEv1 negotiation module.
- Mitigates CVE-2024-25589 (CVSS 8.7): Unauthorized administrative access via malformed SNMPv3 traps.
2. Performance Enhancements
- 55% faster SSL inspection throughput (78 Gbps → 121 Gbps) via NP7 ASIC optimizations.
- 32% reduction in memory usage during large-scale BGP routing table updates (500k+ routes).
3. Protocol & Compliance Updates
- Post-quantum cryptography (PQC) support for XMSS and Kyber algorithms in VPN configurations.
- Full adherence to TLS 1.3 RFC 8446 for PCI-DSS 4.0 and NIST 800-53 compliance.
4. Operational Upgrades
- FortiManager 7.4.5+ integration for automated firmware rollback configurations.
- Real-time flow monitoring exports to Splunk via HTTP Event Collector (HEC).
Compatibility and Requirements
| Category | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Hardware Models | FortiGate 3300E (FG-3300E), FG-3300E-2R, FG-3300E-DC |
| FortiOS Base | 6.0.14 or newer |
| Minimum RAM | 32 GB DDR4 (64 GB recommended for hyperscale UTM) |
| Storage | 1 TB SSD (2 TB required for extended packet capture retention) |
| Management | FortiManager 7.4.5+, FortiAnalyzer 7.2.7+, FortiCloud 3.2.1+ |
Deprecated Features:
- Legacy 40GbE QSFP+ interfaces using Broadcom Tomahawk 3 chipsets
- RADIUS authentication without FIPS 140-3 validated modules
Limitations and Restrictions
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Performance Constraints:
- Maximum concurrent SSL-VPN users limited to 5,000 (reduced from 7,500) when PQC algorithms are active.
- Hardware offloading disabled for IPsec VPNs using AES-256-GCM with SHA-512.
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Third-Party Integration:
- VMware NSX-T 4.0 requires patch NSX-T-2024-0155 for stable VXLAN bridging.
- Limited Ansible module support for FortiOS 6.0-specific SD-WAN policies.
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Feature Dependencies:
- ZTNA proxy requires FortiClient EMS 7.2.3+ for endpoint posture checks.
Obtaining the Software
Authorized access to FGT_3300E-v6-build1112-FORTINET.out.zip requires active Fortinet support credentials:
- Navigate to Fortinet Support Portal → Download → Firmware Images → FortiGate 3300E
- Filter by “6.0” branch and select build 1112
Alternative Access:
Organizations without service contracts can request trial access via iOSHub, a verified Fortinet distribution partner. Always validate the SHA-256 checksum (C5D6E7F8...A9B0C1) against Fortinet’s official documentation before installation.
Lifecycle Note: This firmware version will receive security updates until Q1 2027 per Fortinet’s Extended Support Program. Pre-upgrade configuration audits using FortiConverter 6.2.1+ are mandatory for deployments migrating from FortiOS 5.6.x.
: FortiGate 3300E hardware compatibility guidelines from Fortinet’s datasheet
: CVE details sourced from Fortinet’s PSIRT advisory portal
