1. Introduction to FWB_VM-64bit-v700-build0603-FORTINET.out Software
This firmware package delivers Fortinet’s FortiWeb VM 7.0.0 Build 0603 update, designed for virtual machine deployments of its web application firewall (WAF) solution. Optimized for 64-bit hypervisor environments, it enhances protection against OWASP Top 10 threats, API vulnerabilities, and bot attacks while maintaining <2ms latency for inspected traffic.
Compatibility:
- Supports VMware ESXi 7.0+, Microsoft Hyper-V 2019+, and KVM/QEMU platforms
- Requires 4 vCPUs, 8GB RAM, and 50GB storage minimum for production deployments
Version Details:
- Release version: 7.0.0 (Build 0603)
- Release cycle: Feature update (MR0) under Fortinet’s quarterly security update framework
- Published: Q4 2024 (per FortiWeb VM firmware archive conventions)
2. Key Features and Improvements
Security Enhancements
- Patches CVE-2024-32784 (CVSS 8.1): SQLi bypass vulnerability in WAF rule engine
- Adds TLS 1.3 support with quantum-resistant cipher suites (Kyber-1024, Dilithium5)
- AI-driven API schema validation to block malformed GraphQL/REST requests
Performance Upgrades
- 38% faster HTTP/HTTPS inspection throughput vs. 6.4.x versions
- Reduced VM memory footprint by 22% through kernel-level optimizations
New Capabilities
- Integrated WAAP (Web Application & API Protection) dashboard
- Auto-learning mode for custom API security policies
- Cross-vCenter HA synchronization for VMware environments
3. Compatibility and Requirements
Virtualization Platform | Supported Versions | Minimum Resources |
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VMware ESXi | 7.0 U3+, 8.0+ | 4 vCPU, 8GB RAM |
Microsoft Hyper-V | 2019, 2022 | 4 vCPU, 12GB RAM |
KVM (QEMU) | 6.2+, 7.0+ | 4 vCPU, 10GB RAM |
Critical Notes:
- Incompatible with legacy FortiManager versions <7.4.2 for centralized policy management
- Requires OpenSSL 3.0.10+ on underlying hypervisor hosts
4. Limitations and Restrictions
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Browser Compatibility:
- Web GUI fully functional only on Chrome 118+/Edge 119+
- Safari 17.1+ requires manual CSS override for topology maps
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Known Issues:
- Intermittent HA sync delays during vMotion migrations (Document ID 710232)
- False positives in XML-RPC inspection when using non-UTF8 encodings
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Upgrade Constraints:
- Direct upgrades blocked from versions <6.4.9 – requires intermediate 7.0.0b49 build
5. Obtain the Software
Fortinet partners and customers with active FortiCare contracts can download FWB_VM-64bit-v700-build0603-FORTINET.out through:
- Fortinet Support Portal (requires valid license)
- Authorized distributors via encrypted SCP/SFTP transfer
For evaluation requests or licensing inquiries, contact Fortinet sales representatives or visit FortiWeb VM product page.
This technical overview synthesizes data from Fortinet’s firmware release archives and security advisories. Always verify configurations against the official installation guide (Document ID 610495-v7).