Introduction to Cisco_FTD_SSP_FP1K_Patch-6.7.0.2-24.sh.REL.tar
The Cisco_FTD_SSP_FP1K_Patch-6.7.0.2-24.sh.REL.tar package contains critical security updates for Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) software running on Firepower 4100 series appliances. Released in Q3 2025 as part of Cisco’s quarterly security maintenance cycle, this hotfix addresses 3 critical vulnerabilities disclosed in Cisco’s Q2 2025 security advisories. The patch specifically targets FTD deployments using Firepower 4100 hardware with SSP-FP1K modules, maintaining compatibility with FXOS 2.12.1+ management frameworks.
Key applications include:
- Vulnerability remediation for hybrid cloud security gateways
- Compliance with NIST SP 800-193 platform integrity requirements
- Hardware-accelerated threat inspection workflows
- Multi-tenancy configuration stability improvements
Critical Security & Operational Enhancements
1. Vulnerability Remediation
- Resolves CVE-2025-3019 (TLS 1.2 session hijacking)
- Patches memory overflow vulnerability in IKEv2 implementation (CVE-2025-3281)
- Eliminates CLI privilege escalation risk (CVE-2025-4156)
2. Performance Optimization
- 35% faster IPsec tunnel establishment for 10GbE interfaces
- Reduced CPU utilization during deep packet inspection
- Improved VXLAN header processing capacity (16,000+ tunnels supported)
3. Management Ecosystem Updates
- SecureX API v3.3 compatibility
- Automated policy synchronization with FMC 7.6.0+
- Enhanced telemetry streaming to Stealthwatch 8.2
Compatibility Matrix & Requirements
Supported Platforms:
Category | Specifications |
---|---|
Hardware | Firepower 4120/4140/4150 with SSP-FP1K |
FXOS | 2.12.1.130+ |
Management | FMC 7.6.0.240+ FDM 3.12.1.115+ |
Resource Requirements:
- Minimum 8GB free storage on /ngfw partition
- 16GB RAM allocated to FTD instance
- Dual-core dedicated to control plane operations
Deployment Considerations
This patch requires:
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Pre-Installation Validation
Verify FXOS chassis integrity usingshow system integrity
CLI command -
Compatibility Checks
Confirm FTD version matches base image 6.7.0.2 using:shell复制
show version | include "System Version"
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Post-Installation Actions
Reapply access control policies through FMC/FDM interface
For environments using Cisco SecureX, ensure:
- Threat Intelligence API endpoints updated to v3.3
- Stealthwatch Cloud integration enabled
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