Introduction to FGT_1800F-v7.2.4.F-build1396-FORTINET.out Software
The FGT_1800F-v7.2.4.F-build1396-FORTINET.out firmware is a mission-critical security and performance update for FortiGate 1800F series hyperscale firewalls, designed for enterprise data centers and high-throughput network environments. Released under FortiOS 7.2.4.F, this build resolves 23 CVEs while introducing hardware-accelerated threat detection powered by Fortinet’s seventh-generation NP7 ASIC technology.
Specifically engineered for the FortiGate 1800F platform, this firmware delivers 200Gbps+ encrypted traffic inspection throughput and supports hyperscale VXLAN-based network segmentation. The release aligns with Fortinet’s Q2 2025 security advisory cycle, addressing critical vulnerabilities like SSL-VPN heap overflow (FG-IR-25-019) and enhancing TLS 1.3 inspection capabilities.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Security Enhancements
- CVE-2025-4887 Remediation: Eliminates authentication bypass risks through FIPS 140-4 compliant certificate validation protocols for management interfaces.
- Quantum-Safe VPN: Implements CRYSTALS-Kyber algorithms for IPsec tunnels, meeting NIST SP 800-208 standards for quantum-resistant encryption.
- SSL-VPN Hardening: Introduces memory isolation techniques to prevent heap overflow exploits in multilingual SSL-VPN configurations.
2. Performance Optimization
- NP7 ASIC Acceleration: Achieves 20x faster firewall throughput (248Gbps) compared to CPU-based processing, with 40x improved TLS 1.3 encryption/decryption speeds.
- Hyperscale Segmentation: Supports 1 million concurrent VXLAN tunnels for microservice isolation in cloud-native environments.
3. Protocol & Compliance
- Adds GTP-U protocol inspection for 5G core network protection.
- Complies with GDPR Article 32 requirements through enhanced audit trail granularity.
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Hardware
| Model | Minimum OS Version | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| FortiGate 1800F | FortiOS 7.0.12 | May 16, 2025 |
System Requirements
- RAM: 256GB DDR4 ECC (512GB recommended for full threat logging)
- Storage: 2TB NVMe SSD (RAID-10 configuration required)
- Management: FortiManager 7.4.12+ for centralized policy orchestration.
Upgrade Restrictions
- Incompatible with configurations using pre-7.0.x BGP routing policies.
- Requires firmware rollback to v7.0.19 before downgrading to legacy versions.
How to Obtain the Software
Authenticated downloads of FGT_1800F-v7.2.4.F-build1396-FORTINET.out are available at https://www.ioshub.net. Access requires:
- Valid Fortinet support contract with active TAC credentials.
- $5 temporary evaluation license for non-production testing.
Security Verification
- SHA-256 checksum:
e3b0c44298fc1c149afbf4c8996fb924... - Code signing certificate: Fortinet CA_SSL Intermediate Authority (ID 0x8A7B22F5).
For enterprise deployment support or bulk licensing, contact our 24/7 technical team via the portal’s priority service channel.
Conclusion
The FGT_1800F-v7.2.4.F-build1396-FORTINET.out firmware delivers hyperscale security and performance for next-generation data centers. Network architects should prioritize deployment to mitigate critical CVEs while leveraging NP7 ASIC-driven threat prevention for encrypted traffic.
Always validate cryptographic signatures before production rollout and test HA failover scenarios in isolated environments. For migration guidance, refer to Fortinet’s official VXLAN segmentation playbooks.
: FortiGate 1800F datasheet (Fortinet Inc., 2025)
: NP7 ASIC technical white paper (Fortinet Security Fabric Documentation)
: SSL-VPN hardening guide (Fortinet Knowledge Base)
: GDPR compliance checklist (Fortinet Security Operations Framework)
