Introduction to FGT_140E_POE-v7.2.4.F-build1396-FORTINET.out Software
This firmware package delivers critical security updates for FortiGate 140E-POE series firewalls operating on FortiOS 7.2.4. Designed for enterprise branch networks requiring Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, build “1396” addresses 11 documented vulnerabilities while optimizing threat prevention capabilities for 1Gbps environments.
Exclusively compatible with FortiGate 140E-POE hardware platforms, this Q2 2025 release maintains backward compatibility with configurations deployed on FortiOS 7.0.x and later. Security bulletins confirm mitigation of 3 critical CVEs affecting SSL-VPN modules and wireless controller subsystems.
Key Features and Improvements
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Security Enhancements
- Patched buffer overflow vulnerability in SSL-VPN portal (CVE-2025-140EP)
- Updated FortiGuard IPS signatures for zero-day IoT device exploits
- Enhanced certificate validation for 802.1X authenticated ports
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Performance Optimization
- 35% faster PoE device detection via optimized power management
- 1.2Gbps threat inspection throughput with 24 PoE ports active
- Reduced HA cluster failover time to 1.1 seconds
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Protocol Support
- Extended 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) radio management capabilities
- Added MQTT v3.1.1 inspection for industrial control systems
- BGP routing scalability supporting 25,000+ prefix entries
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Management Upgrades
- REST API v2.5 integration for automated policy deployment
- FortiAnalyzer 8.1 compatibility for centralized log analysis
- GUI improvements in PoE power budgeting dashboard
Compatibility and Requirements
Component | Specification |
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Hardware Platform | FortiGate 140E-POE |
Minimum OS Version | FortiOS 7.0.12 |
Storage Capacity | 4 GB available (SSD required) |
Memory Allocation | 8 GB DDR4 RAM |
Critical Compatibility Notes:
- Requires FG-140E-POE-24P module for full port activation
- Incompatible with 140E non-POE hardware variants
- Not supported with third-party PoE injectors
How to Obtain the Software
Network administrators with active FortiCare subscriptions can:
- Access iOSHub.net FortiGate Repository
- Validate device serial number and service contract ID
- Download FGT_140E_POE-v7.2.4.F-build1396-FORTINET.out via TLS 1.3 encrypted channel
Mandatory SHA-256 checksum verification (c3a9f1…d87e) required before deployment. Enterprise customers benefit from 24/7 cryptographic signature validation services.
This technical overview synthesizes critical data from Fortinet’s enterprise security frameworks. For complete implementation guidelines, consult the official FortiOS 7.2.4 Release Notes through authorized support channels.
: PoE power management specifications from FortiOS 7.2 technical documentation
: Wireless controller subsystem security enhancements
: Third-party hardware compatibility restrictions