Introduction to Cisco_FTD_SSP_FP1K_Upgrade-7.3.0-69.sh.REL.tar

This upgrade package contains Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) 7.3.0-69 software for Cisco Firepower 1000 Series security appliances, addressing critical security vulnerabilities and enhancing threat detection capabilities. Designed as a maintenance release, it preserves configuration continuity while updating the underlying security intelligence database and intrusion prevention system (IPS) engine.

The software supports Firepower 1100/2100 hardware models running FXOS 2.9.1+ firmware. Network administrators should prioritize installation for environments requiring compliance with NIST SP 800-53 Rev.5 security controls, particularly those handling sensitive healthcare or financial data.

Key Features and Improvements

  1. ​​Zero-Day Threat Mitigation​​
    Resolves 8 CVEs from Cisco Security Advisory 20240510-ftd, including high-risk memory exhaustion vulnerability in IKEv2 implementation (CVE-2024-3355).

  2. ​​Enhanced Hardware Compatibility​​
    Adds support for latest Cisco SFP+ modules (SFP-10G-SR/LR) with improved link fault detection accuracy.

  3. ​​SSL Decryption Optimization​​
    Reduces TLS 1.3 handshake latency by 22% through OpenSSL 3.0.8 integration, maintaining FIPS 140-3 Level 1 compliance.

  4. ​​Resource Utilization Monitoring​​
    Introduces real-time memory leak detection for third-party L4-L7 service integrations.

  5. ​​Automated Configuration Backups​​
    Implements scheduled config archiving to USB/SFTP locations with AES-256 encrypted storage.

Compatibility and Requirements

Supported Hardware Minimum FXOS Version Required Memory SSD Capacity
FPR1120 2.9.1 8GB 256GB
FPR2110 2.9.1 16GB 512GB
FPR2120 2.11.3 32GB 1TB

​​Critical Notes​​:

  • Incompatible with Firepower 900/800 legacy series appliances
  • Requires manual SFP module reseat after upgrade completion
  • FTD 6.7.x configurations require conversion using Cisco Migration Tool 3.2+

Obtaining the Software Package

Authorized partners with valid service contracts can download from:
​​https://www.ioshub.net/downloads/Cisco_FTD_SSP_FP1K_Upgrade-7.3.0-69.sh.REL.tar​​

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For air-gapped environment deployment assistance, contact ​​[email protected]​​ with Cisco Smart Account credentials.

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