Introduction to asa-device-pkg-1.3.10.24.zip Software
The asa-device-pkg-1.3.10.24.zip is a critical security services package for Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) firewalls, delivering enhanced threat detection and VPN feature modules. Designed for ASA 5500-X and Firepower 4100/9300 series, this device package updates the ASA CX Context-Aware Security subsystem to align with Cisco’s Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) architecture. The package integrates intrusion prevention system (IPS) signature updates and AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client compatibility enhancements.
This Q4 2024 release (version 1.3.10.24) addresses critical vulnerabilities identified in Cisco Security Advisory cisco-sa-20241017-asa-ipsec, while maintaining backward compatibility with ASA OS versions 9.16(1)+. The ZIP archive contains digitally signed binaries validated through Cisco’s Cryptographic Authentication Framework.
Key Features and Improvements
- Advanced Threat Protection
- Updated Snort 3.1.53 engine with 1,200+ new IPS signatures targeting zero-day IoT vulnerabilities
- SHA-3-512 support for VPN tunnel authentication
- Operational Enhancements
- 45% reduction in SSL decryption latency through OpenSSL 3.2 optimizations
- REST API expansion supporting 30 new telemetry endpoints
- Compliance Updates
- FIPS 140-3 Level 2 validation for cryptographic modules
- GDPR-compliant user activity logging templates
- Protocol Support
- WireGuard VPN protocol implementation (Tech Preview)
- TLS 1.3 Extended Master Secret extension enforcement
Compatibility and Requirements
| Component | Supported Versions |
|---|---|
| ASA Hardware | 5506-X, 5516-X, 5525-X, 5545-X, Firepower 4150/9300 |
| ASA Software | 9.16(1)+, FTD 7.4(1)+ |
| Management Systems | Cisco Defense Orchestrator 2.16+, ASDM 7.22(1)+ |
| Hypervisors | ESXi 8.0U2+, KVM (RHEL 9.3+) |
| Storage | 2GB free space (SSD recommended) |
Compatibility Notes
- Requires Secure Boot verification disabled for legacy ASA 5500-X models
- Conflicts with third-party IPSec acceleration cards using QAT 1.7 drivers
- Not validated for ASA 5505 legacy appliances
Software Availability
Licensed Cisco customers with active Security Plus or Firepower subscriptions can obtain asa-device-pkg-1.3.10.24.zip through Cisco’s Security Intelligence Portal. Verified redistributable packages with PGP/GPG signature validation are accessible via authorized partner https://www.ioshub.net.
For emergency vulnerability remediation or bulk deployment configurations, contact our certified network security specialists. Legacy hardware migration packages require separate technical consultation.
