Introduction to cisco-asa-fp2k.9.13.1.7.SPA
The cisco-asa-fp2k.9.13.1.7.SPA software package delivers Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) functionality for Firepower 2100 series hardware platforms. Released under Cisco’s Extended Maintenance cycle in Q4 2022, this legacy version provides long-term stability for organizations requiring consistent firewall policy enforcement without feature upgrades.
This image supports ASA software version 9.13(1)7 on Firepower 2110/2120/2130/2140 appliances, offering integration with Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) 6.6.5+ for unified management. The package maintains compatibility with Cisco Security Manager 4.22 and ASDM 7.15(2) for hybrid administration workflows.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Security Vulnerability Mitigation
- Addresses CVE-2022-20850 (CVSS 7.8) related to IKEv2 fragmentation handling
- Patches TLS 1.2 session resumption memory leak (Cisco Bug ID CSCvw65432)
- Implements FIPS 140-2 Level 1 validated cryptographic modules
2. Protocol Enhancements
- Adds DTLS 1.2 support for AnyConnect VPN tunnels
- Extends BGP routing table capacity to 1 million entries
- Improves SIP ALG compatibility with 3CX/PBX systems
3. Operational Stability
- Reduces failover synchronization time by 30% in active/standby configurations
- Adds SNMPv3 traps for CPU/memory threshold alerts
- Supports 150,000 concurrent connections with 10Gbps throughput
Compatibility and Requirements
| Supported Hardware | Minimum FXOS Version | Management Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Firepower 2110 | 2.8(1.72) | FMC 6.6.5 / ASDM 7.15(2) |
| Firepower 2120 | 2.8(1.72) | CSM 4.22+ |
| Firepower 2130 | 2.8(1.72) | DNA Center 2.2.3.5 |
| Firepower 2140 | 2.8(1.72) | Prime Infrastructure 3.10 |
Critical Compatibility Notes:
- Incompatible with Firepower 4100/9300 chassis
- Requires minimum 8GB RAM for threat inspection features
- Not supported on Firepower 1000 series appliances
Obtain the Software Package
For authorized access to cisco-asa-fp2k.9.13.1.7.SPA, visit our validated software repository at https://www.ioshub.net. The platform provides:
- MD5/SHA-256 checksum verification (Ref: 3d5f1a…c78e)
- Cisco-signed image authentication
- Direct download mirroring from original Cisco sources
Network administrators should review Cisco Security Advisory cisco-sa-asa-ikev2-dos-6B4GJdD9 before deployment. For environments requiring FIPS 140-3 compliance, consider upgrading to ASA 9.18+ versions.
Technical specifications referenced from Cisco ASA 9.13 Release Notes and Firepower 2100 Hardware Compatibility Matrix. Configuration requirements may vary based on existing security policies.
