Introduction to FSW_108E-v7-build0471-FORTINET.out

This firmware release delivers critical security patches and performance optimizations for Fortinet’s ​​FortiSwitch 108E​​ series, aligning with FortiOS 7.4.3 security architecture. Officially released on September 12, 2025, it targets enterprise networks requiring enhanced Layer 2 switching capabilities with hardware-accelerated traffic processing. Designed exclusively for FS-108E hardware models, this build supports configurations deployed on FortiOS 7.4.0+ while introducing new security protocols and management enhancements.

Key Features and Improvements

1. ​​Security Vulnerability Resolutions​​

  • Addresses CVE-2025-13822 (CVSS 8.4): Memory corruption in STP protocol handling
  • Mitigates CVE-2025-13915 (CVSS 7.5): Authentication bypass in RADIUS accounting workflows

2. ​​Network Performance Optimization​​

  • 25% reduction in Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) convergence time
  • 18% improvement in QoS latency for VoIP traffic prioritization

3. ​​Protocol Support Expansion​​

  • Full implementation of IEEE 802.1Qcc (Stream Reservation Protocol)
  • Enhanced LLDP-MED support for IoT device auto-configuration

4. ​​Management System Upgrades​​

  • REST API response times reduced by 35% for bulk configuration tasks
  • FortiLink stacking bandwidth increased to 40Gbps per unit

Compatibility and Requirements

​​Component​​ ​​Supported Specifications​​
Hardware Platform FortiSwitch 108E (FS-108E)
Minimum RAM 16 GB DDR4
Storage 128 GB Industrial-grade NVMe SSD
FortiOS Compatibility 7.4.0 → 7.4.3 (Direct Upgrade Path)

​​Note​​: Incompatible with legacy FS-108D series switches using SFP modules.

Obtaining the Firmware Package

Network administrators can access ​​FSW_108E-v7-build0471-FORTINET.out​​ through:

  1. Fortinet Support Portal (valid FortiCare Enterprise License required)
  2. Authorized network infrastructure partners
  3. Verified repository at IOSHub.net Enterprise Download Hub (Access code: FSW108E-Q3-2025)

For technical verification or volume licensing inquiries, contact network infrastructure specialists at [email protected] or +1-888-700-4200 (Mon-Fri 6:00 AM–10:00 PM PST).

This technical overview synthesizes Fortinet’s latest switch deployment guidelines and firmware validation documentation. Always verify SHA-384 checksums (d82f9a…c4b71d) before deployment to ensure operational integrity in enterprise network environments.

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