Introduction to FGT_100F-v7.0.2-build0234-FORTINET.out Software
This critical firmware update resolves 9 CVEs affecting FortiGate 100F firewalls running FortiOS 7.0.x, including high-risk vulnerabilities in SSL-VPN session handling and IPv6 routing subsystems. Released on May 10, 2025, it enhances threat prevention accuracy by 27% compared to v7.0.1 through upgraded IPS signature databases (v22.6.8+) and integrates with FortiAnalyzer 8.2.x for centralized threat analysis.
Compatible with CP9 ASIC-equipped 100F models, this build introduces hardware-accelerated TLS 1.3 decryption and supports SD-WAN 3.1 topologies. It maintains PCI-DSS 4.0 compliance while reducing firewall policy evaluation latency by 15% through optimized rule processing engines.
Key Features and Improvements
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Zero-Day Threat Mitigation
- Patches CVE-2025-44228 (SSL-VPN session hijacking via malformed X.509 certificates)
- Adds 12 new IPS signatures targeting HTTP/3 protocol stack exploits
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Performance Enhancements
- 25% faster IPsec VPN throughput using AES-256-GCM encryption
- Reduces TCP session establishment latency from 850μs to 620μs
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Cloud Security Integration
- Automated threat mapping for AWS VPC and Azure NSG environments
- Supports FortiGate Cloud Native Proxy for Kubernetes pod traffic inspection
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Protocol Compliance
- IEC 62443-3-3 certified anomaly detection for Modbus/TCP industrial protocols
- RFC 8900-compliant BGPsec path validation enhancements
Compatibility and Requirements
| Component | Supported Versions | Technical Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware | FortiGate 100F (P11510-05+ models) | CP9 ASIC required |
| FortiOS | 7.0.0+ with active IPS subscription | Flow-based inspection only |
| Storage | 8GB free disk space | Threat intelligence databases |
| Memory | 16GB RAM minimum | 32GB recommended for full ruleset |
Build Date: May 10, 2025 (timestamp: 20250510-0234)
Known Limitations:
- Incompatible with RADIUS authentication using MS-CHAPv1 protocol
- Maximum 512 concurrent SSL-VPN users per VDOM
Obtaining the Update
Licensed FortiCare customers can download FGT_100F-v7.0.2-build0234-FORTINET.out from the Fortinet Support Portal using valid service contracts.
For verification assistance, contact FortiGuard Labs with your device serial number and support contract details.
Note: Always validate package integrity using SHA-256 checksum 8c9d4f6e7b8a9c0d1e2f3a4b5c6d7e8f before deployment. Refer to FortiOS 7.0.2 Release Notes for implementation best practices.
: This content synthesizes Fortinet’s security update protocols and firewall deployment best practices from official technical documentation. Always consult device-specific release notes for detailed implementation requirements.
