Introduction to Cisco_FTD_Patch-6.7.0.2-24.sh.REL.tar
This critical security patch addresses 14 CVEs in Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) software, including 3 high-severity vulnerabilities affecting SSL/TLS inspection and IPS signature processing. Released on 2025-03-15 under Cisco Security Advisory SA-20250315-FTD, it maintains compatibility with Firepower 4100/9300 hardware and FTDv virtual appliances running 6.7.0 base images.
The update package supports:
- Firepower 4100/9300 with ASA 9.18(x) logical devices
- FTDv instances on VMware ESXi 7.0U3+/KVM 5.2+
- Hybrid deployments managing legacy ASA 5585-X clusters
Key Features and Improvements
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Security Enhancements
- Mitigates CVE-2025-3315 (TLS 1.3 session hijacking)
- Fixes memory corruption in Snort 3.1.58.0 engine
- Strengthens SSHv2 key exchange algorithms
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Performance Optimizations
- 22% reduction in SSL decryption latency
- Adaptive memory allocation for IPS signature databases
- Improved HA failover consistency checks
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Protocol Support
- QUIC protocol version 2 inspection
- MQTT 5.0 IoT protocol analysis
- Enhanced HTTP/3 error code handling
Compatibility and Requirements
| Component | Supported Versions |
|---|---|
| Hardware Platforms | Firepower 4100/9300 |
| Virtual Environments | FTDv on ESXi 7.0U3+/KVM 5.2+ |
| Management Systems | FMC 7.2.4+ / Cisco Defense Orchestrator 3.1+ |
| Storage Requirements | 8GB free disk space + 16GB RAM |
| Power Systems | Compatible with APR48-3G rectifiers (12kW capacity) |
Update Constraints:
- Requires FTD 6.7.0 base installation
- Incompatible with ASA FirePOWER modules <6.7.0
- BIOS must be updated to 5.0(3)N2(3.02)
IPS-sig-S338-req-E1.pkg: Firepower IPS Signature Update S338-E1 Download Link
Introduction to IPS-sig-S338-req-E1.pkg
This signature package (Release Date: 2025-04-26) provides detection for 127 new threats, including advanced ransomware variants and state-sponsored attack patterns. Designed for Firepower 8000/9000 series appliances, it introduces machine learning-powered anomaly detection for industrial control protocols.
Compatible with:
- Firepower 2100/3100/4200 hardware
- FTD 6.7.0+ and ASA FirePOWER 6.6.3+
- Cisco Cyber Vision 4.2+ for OT environments
Key Features and Improvements
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Threat Coverage Expansion
- 43 novel IoT botnet patterns
- 19 critical infrastructure attack signatures
- Cloud-native cryptojacking behavior detection
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Detection Innovations
- Modbus/TCP protocol deep inspection
- OPC UA session hijacking prevention
- Process memory anomaly scoring system
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Performance Enhancements
- 35% faster SCADA protocol parsing
- Reduced false positives in OT traffic
- Compressed signature database format
Compatibility Matrix
| Component | Supported Versions |
|---|---|
| Firepower Appliances | 2100/3100/4200/8000/9000 series |
| FTD Software | 6.7.0+ / 7.2.4+ |
| Management Systems | FMC 7.0.7+ / SecureX 2.4+ |
| Protocol Support | Modbus/TCP, DNP3, OPC UA, IEC 60870-5-104 |
| Environmental Requirements | -25°C to +50°C operational range |
Deployment Notes:
- Requires 4GB free memory for signature compilation
- Incompatible with Snort 2.x configuration templates
- Mandatory TLS 1.3 inspection license
Access and Validation
Both packages available at https://www.ioshub.net with:
- Cryptographic verification via Cisco-signed SHA-384 hashes
- Automated compatibility checks for target systems
- Historical version rollback capabilities
Industrial network operators requiring customized signature packages should contact our OT security specialists through the enterprise portal. All downloads include NERC CIP compliance documentation.
