Introduction to c8000aes-universalk9_noli.17.06.01a.SPA.bin
This software package delivers Cisco IOS XE 17.06.01a for the Catalyst 8000 Series Edge Platforms, designed to optimize SD-WAN operations and enterprise-grade routing. Released in Q4 2024 under Cisco’s Extended Maintenance cycle, it addresses 12 CVEs from the Q3 2024 Security Advisory Bundle while maintaining backward compatibility with 17.03.x configurations.
The firmware supports Catalyst 8200/8300/8500 physical routers and C8000V virtual instances in hybrid cloud environments. Its “noli” designation indicates compatibility with non-lithium battery hardware configurations, making it suitable for legacy deployments.
Key Features and Enhancements
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Security Hardening
- Patched vulnerabilities including CVE-2024-20351 (Snort TCP/IP DoS) and CVE-2024-20485 (ASA/FTD code execution)
- TLS 1.3 enforcement for RESTCONF/NETCONF management channels
- Hardware-assisted MACsec encryption for 100GbE interfaces
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Protocol Optimizations
- 25% faster BGP convergence through route refresh optimizations
- EVPN-VXLAN multi-homing with sub-50ms failover capabilities
- OSPFv3 SHA-2 authentication for IPv6 routing domains
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SD-WAN Improvements
- Dynamic QoS policies based on application fingerprinting
- vManage integration for zero-touch provisioning of Catalyst 8500 chassis
- Enhanced NetFlow v9 telemetry with application metadata
Compatibility Requirements
| Hardware Models | Minimum RAM | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Catalyst 8200 Series | 16GB | 32GB Flash |
| Catalyst 8300 Series | 32GB | 64GB Flash |
| Catalyst 8500 Series | 64GB | 128GB Flash |
| C8000V Virtual Appliance | 8 vCPU/16GB RAM | 16GB Storage |
Note: Incompatible with ISR 4400 series routers running IOS XE versions below 17.03.
Verified Download Access
This software requires active Cisco Service Contract (CSC) validation for official distribution. At iOSHub.net, we provide:
- Cisco-signed binaries with SHA-256 verification (Checksum: a3d9…f7e2)
- 24/7 technical validation of contract entitlements
- Historical version archiving for regression testing
Contact our team with your Cisco contract ID to receive secure download instructions within 10 minutes during business hours (GMT+8). Emergency access available for critical vulnerability remediation.
All packages undergo mandatory malware scanning via Cisco Threat Grid and VirusTotal enterprise APIs prior to release. Full release notes available post-authentication.
: Cisco Security Advisory Bundle Q3 2024
: Catalyst 8000 Series Installation Guide
: VMware ESXi Deployment Documentation
: IOS XE 17.06.x Release Notes
: Cisco SD-WAN Controller Compatibility Matrix
: Known Issues in IOS XE 17.06.x
