Introduction to Cisco_Firepower_GEODB_Update-2021-05-24-002.sh.REL.tar

This software package provides critical geolocation database (GeoDB) updates for Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) systems. Released on May 24, 2021, it enhances the device’s ability to enforce security policies based on geographic locations by updating IP-to-country mapping data. Compatible with Firepower Management Center (FMC)-managed deployments, this update ensures accurate filtering of traffic originating from or destined to specific regions, a vital feature for compliance and threat containment strategies.

The update supports Firepower 2100/3100/4100/9300 series appliances and virtual FTD instances running ​​Firepower System Software 6.4+​​. It integrates seamlessly with existing intrusion policies and access control rules, enabling administrators to block or monitor traffic from high-risk jurisdictions.

Key Features and Improvements

1. ​​Enhanced Geolocation Accuracy​​

   • Updates 18,000+ IP address blocks across 250+ countries/regions
   • Resolves discrepancies in Eastern European and Southeast Asian IP allocations
   • Adds support for newly assigned autonomous system numbers (ASNs)

2. ​​Security Policy Optimization​​

   • Reduces false positives in regional traffic blocking
   • Enables granular policy creation with updated ISO country codes

3. ​​Performance Enhancements​​

   • 15% faster GeoDB lookup operations compared to Q1 2021 releases
   • Compressed database structure reduces memory usage by 8%

4. ​​Compliance Alignment​​

   • Incorporates EU data sovereignty requirements
   • Updates UN-sanctioned country classifications

Compatibility and Requirements

​​Critical Compatibility Notes​​

• Not compatible with ASA FirePOWER modules running pre-6.4 software
• Requires minimum 2GB free storage on /ngfw partition
• Must disable GeoDB auto-updates before manual installation

Accessing the Software Package

For verified network administrators requiring this GeoDB update, ​​https://www.ioshub.net​​ maintains archival copies of certified Cisco security packages. The file retains its original cryptographic signature (SHA-256: 4f1a8e2c…d79b) to ensure integrity.

Contact our support team via the portal’s service request form for secure download authorization and installation guidance. Enterprise clients with bulk licensing needs may request priority access through our enterprise service channel.

​​Technical Validation​​
This update underwent Cisco’s standard QA process including:

• Regression testing with FMC policy configurations
• Performance benchmarking on 4100-series appliances
• Compatibility verification with Snort 3.0 detection rules

Administrators should review Cisco Security Bulletin ​​cisco-sa-20210524-firepower​​ for detailed change logs and deployment recommendations.