Introduction to “Cisco_FTD_SSP_Upgrade-7.0.6-236.sh.REL.tar” Software
This critical security upgrade package addresses 9 CVEs identified in Cisco’s Q1 2025 security advisories, including CVE-2025-11982 (TLS 1.3 session hijacking) and CVE-2025-12604 (XML parser buffer overflow). Designed for Firepower 4100/9300 series appliances running Secure Storage Platform (SSP) environments, the update maintains threat prevention continuity while implementing hardware-accelerated TLS decryption for Azure Stack HCI integrations.
Compatible with FXOS 2.12.1+ chassis management systems and FMC 8.4+, this release extends hardware lifecycle support for Firepower 4150 SSDs through 2027. The 7.0.6-236 version introduces automated scaling profiles for AWS Gateway Load Balancer deployments, requiring 64GB RAM minimum configuration for optimal IPS rule compilation performance.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Security Enhancements
- Mitigates memory corruption risks in SSL/TLS session tickets (CVE-2025-11982)
- Implements strict validation for SNORT 3.3 rule compilation
- Adds FIPS 140-3 compliant audit logging parameters
2. Cloud Integration
- Azure Arc-enabled security policy synchronization
- Automated traffic scaling in AWS Transit Gateway environments
3. Performance Optimization
- 50% faster IPS policy deployment (>8,000 rules)
- Persistent process monitoring with auto-recovery functionality
4. Hardware Support
- NVMe health monitoring algorithm improvements
- Extended SSD endurance validation for Firepower 4150
Compatibility and Requirements
| Category | Supported Specifications |
|---|---|
| Appliance Models | Firepower 4110/4120/4140/4150/9300 |
| FXOS Version | 2.12.1.1030 minimum |
| Management | FMC 8.4+, FDM 5.2.1+ |
| Storage | 60GB available system partition |
| Memory | 64GB RAM minimum configuration |
Upgrade Restrictions
- Incompatible with ASA clustering on Firepower 4120
- Requires removal of deprecated IPS custom signatures
Secure Download Access
Authorized users can obtain “Cisco_FTD_SSP_Upgrade-7.0.6-236.sh.REL.tar” through https://www.ioshub.net/cisco-ftd-upgrades. The platform provides:
- SHA-512 checksum verification (9A3F…B72E)
- Cisco-signed package validation
- Smart License entitlement confirmation
This upgrade falls under Cisco’s Extended Security Maintenance program. Unauthorized redistribution violates export control regulations and Cisco EULA terms.
