1. Introduction to FGT_1500D-v6-build0365-FORTINET.out.zip
This firmware package (build 0365) delivers critical security updates and performance enhancements for FortiGate 1500D series next-generation firewalls running FortiOS 6.4.5. Designed for enterprise data center deployments, it addresses 11 documented vulnerabilities while improving threat inspection throughput by 22% in controlled lab environments.
Compatible with FG-1500D, FG-1500D-POE, and FG-1500D-4G hardware variants, this build achieves FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validation for government and financial sector compliance. The update specifically targets organizations requiring enhanced SD-WAN path selection algorithms and GDPR-compliant logging systems.
2. Key Features and Improvements
Security Enhancements
- Patches CVE-2024-32715 (CVSS 9.1): Buffer overflow in SSL-VPN web portal authentication
- Resolves CVE-2024-41903 (CVSS 8.2): Improper certificate validation in WAF profiles
- Implements AES-256-GCM encryption for IPsec VPN tunnels (RFC 8221 compliance)
Performance Optimizations
- 30% faster TLS 1.3 handshake processing
- Enhanced TCP multiplexer reduces latency by 18ms in high-traffic scenarios
- Memory allocation improvements for UTM proxy engines
Protocol Support Updates
- QUIC protocol classification (IETF draft 34 support)
- Extended ZTNA tags for AWS Transit Gateway integration
- BGP/MPLS IP VPN enhancements per RFC 9136 specifications
3. Compatibility and Requirements
Hardware Model | Minimum OS Version | Interface Support |
---|---|---|
FG-1500D | v6.2.7 | 24x GE RJ45, 8x SFP+ |
FG-1500D-POE | v6.4.0 | 48x PoE++ ports |
FG-1500D-4G | v6.4.3 | 4G LTE modem + 24x GE |
System Requirements
- 16GB RAM minimum for threat prevention features
- 512GB SSD storage for extended logging
- Incompatible with FG-1500D-WIFI models
4. Limitations and Restrictions
- Requires hardware revision 4+ for full TPM 2.0 functionality
- Maximum 2,000 concurrent SSL-VPN connections
- Web filtering database limited to 16M entries
5. Secure Download Access
This firmware is available through IOSHub’s authorized distribution channel. Enterprise users must:
- Validate hardware serial number via FortiCare portal
- Confirm active FortiGuard subscription status
- Purchase $5 decryption token through PCI-DSS compliant gateway
Volume licensing (50+ devices) requires enterprise support team coordination. All downloads include SHA-512 checksums and RSA-4096 digital signatures for verification.
Technical Specifications
- Compressed File Size: 498MB
- Digital Certificate: Fortinet_CA_SSL_4096_SHA384
- Build Date: 2025-03-15 (Q1 security maintenance release)
- End-of-Support: 2027-01-31 per Fortinet lifecycle policy
This content integrates data from Fortinet’s security advisories and firmware validation reports. Always verify cryptographic signatures using Fortinet’s public key infrastructure before deployment.
: FortiGate firmware release notes (2024-11-04) detailing compatibility matrices and performance metrics for 1500D series appliances.
: CVE-2022-40684 remediation guidelines from Fortinet’s PSIRT team, emphasizing firmware update requirements for authentication bypass vulnerabilities.