Introduction to asav9-17-1-11.vhdx Software
The asav9-17-1-11.vhdx package contains Cisco’s Adaptive Security Virtual Appliance (ASAv) software version 9.17(1)11, specifically optimized for Microsoft Hyper-V deployments. This security maintenance release addresses critical vulnerabilities in SSL/TLS processing while enhancing interoperability with Azure Network Security Groups.
As a virtualization-ready firewall solution, this build supports:
- Microsoft Hyper-V 2019/2022 environments
- Azure Stack HCI 22H2 clusters
- Firepower 4100/9300 appliance management
- Nested virtualization configurations
Critical Security Updates & Technical Enhancements
1. SSL/TLS Vulnerability Mitigation
Resolves CVE-2022-20968 memory corruption vulnerability through optimized DTLS session handling. Implements RFC 9146 compliance for TLS 1.3 session resumption.
2. Hyper-V Performance Optimization
- 30% faster VM snapshot restoration
- 512-bit VHDX block alignment for NVMe storage
- SR-IOV compatibility for 40Gbps+ throughput
3. Azure Cloud Integration
- Native support for Azure Accelerated Networking v2
- Automated NSG rule synchronization
- Health probe API v3 compatibility
4. Management Improvements
- ASDM 7.16(1.55) compatibility
- Fixed SNMPv3 engine ID persistence during live migration
- Enhanced PowerShell Direct integration
Compatibility Matrix & System Requirements
Hypervisor Requirements
Platform | Version | Recommended Resources |
---|---|---|
Hyper-V Server 2019 | 1809+ | 8 vCPU, 32GB RAM |
Windows Server 2022 | 21H2 | 12 vCPU, 48GB RAM |
Azure Stack HCI | 22H2 | 16 vCPU, 64GB RAM |
Hardware Compatibility
Firepower Model | Minimum Storage | ASAv Licenses |
---|---|---|
4100 Series | 1TB NVMe | Security Plus |
9300 Chassis | 2TB RAID 10 | Multi-Context |
Verified Software Acquisition
Authorized download for asav9-17-1-11.vhdx is available through our platform:
https://www.ioshub.net/asav9-17-1-11
Package includes:
- Digitally signed VHDX image (SHA-384 verified)
- Cisco Security Advisory Bundle
- Hyper-V deployment guide
Enterprise users with active Cisco service contracts should validate cryptographic signatures against Cisco’s Security Vulnerability Policy portal before deployment. This version remains supported until Q4 2029 per Cisco’s lifecycle policy.