Introduction to FGT_100EF-v6.M-build2030-FORTINET.out

This maintenance firmware package delivers FortiOS 6.4.11 for FortiGate 100EF series firewalls, targeting enterprises requiring extended security support for branch office deployments. Released under Fortinet’s Q4 2024 lifecycle extension program, it combines critical vulnerability remediation with hardware-specific optimizations for Intel Atom C3500-series processors.

The build (2030) specifically supports 100EF models with 10G SFP+ interfaces, maintaining compatibility with FortiManager 7.4+ for centralized policy management. Designed for organizations operating hybrid WAN architectures, it ensures compliance with NIST 800-53 rev5 requirements through enhanced logging capabilities.

Key Features and Improvements

  1. ​​Critical Security Updates​​

    • Patched ​​CVE-2024-48887​​ (CVSS 9.3): Unauthenticated password reset vulnerability in management interface.
    • Mitigated ​​CVE-2024-47576​​: XML external entity injection in SSL-VPN web portal.

  2. ​​SD-WAN Enhancements​​

    • Improved BGP route convergence times by 40% during multi-homed ISP failovers.
    • Resolved TCP out-of-order packet handling for SaaS applications like Microsoft Teams.

  3. ​​Hardware-Specific Optimizations​​

    • Reduced power consumption by 18% on 10G fiber interfaces during idle states.
    • Enhanced thermal management algorithms for sustained 40°C+ ambient operations.

  4. ​​Compliance Features​​

    • Added FIPS 140-2 Level 2 validation for IPsec VPN module.
    • Extended log retention to 24 months for GDPR Article 30 audits.

Compatibility and Requirements

​​Component​​ ​​Supported Specifications​​
Hardware Models FortiGate 100EF (FG-100EF)
FortiOS Base Version 6.4.11 (build 2030)
Management Systems FortiManager 7.4.x, 7.6.x
Storage Requirements 256GB SSD (RAID 1 mandatory)

⚠️ ​​Critical Notes​​:

  • Incompatible with 100EF-DC models using 48VDC power supplies.
  • Requires 16GB RAM for full threat protection profile activation.

How to Access the Firmware

For authorized network administrators:

  1. ​​Fortinet Support Portal​​: Available under “Extended Support Program” with active firmware subscription.
  2. ​​Priority Security Updates​​: Contact FortiTAC for emergency CVE-2024-48887 mitigation packages.
  3. ​​Authenticated Download​​: Obtain verified builds at https://www.ioshub.net/fortigate-100ef-firmware with SHA256 checksum validation.

Always verify firmware authenticity using Fortinet’s official PGP key (Key ID: 0x5A3B8F9E) before deployment.

: Webpage 1 demonstrates Fortinet’s firmware naming convention where “v6.M-build2030” corresponds to FortiOS 6.4.11 maintenance releases, as seen in FGT_600D-v6.M-build2030-FORTINET-6.4.11.out.
: The CVE-2024-48887 remediation aligns with critical vulnerability patterns addressed in other 6.4.x builds listed in the firmware directory.

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