Introduction to FGT_1500D-v7.0.1-build0157-FORTINET.out
This firmware package (build 0157) delivers critical updates for FortiGate 1500D series firewalls under FortiOS 7.0.1. Released as part of Fortinet’s Q4 2024 security maintenance cycle, it addresses 13 CVEs rated high/critical severity while introducing enhanced TLS 1.3 inspection capabilities. Designed for enterprise perimeter defense, the update maintains compatibility with FortiGate 1500D hardware revisions manufactured after 2019.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Zero-Day Threat Mitigation
- Patches CVE-2024-32793 (CVSS 9.1): Prevents buffer overflow in IPSec VPN via malformed IKEv2 packets
- Resolves CVE-2024-31852 (CVSS 8.8): Fixes SAML authentication bypass in SSL-VPN portals
2. Performance Enhancements
- 18% faster IPsec throughput (up to 28 Gbps) through NP6 ASIC optimization
- Reduced SSL inspection latency by 22% via improved session table management
3. Protocol Support Updates
- Adds QUIC protocol visibility for Google Workspace/Microsoft 365 traffic
- Supports BGP routing tables exceeding 2 million entries
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Hardware | Minimum Firmware | Required Storage |
---|---|---|
FortiGate 1500D | FortiOS 6.4.6 | 4GB free space |
FortiGate 1500DF | FortiOS 7.0.0 | 8GB RAM |
Note: Incompatible with 32-bit FortiManager configurations prior to v7.2.3
Software Access
For verified enterprise partners and licensed users, download FGT_1500D-v7.0.1-build0157-FORTINET.out through authorized channels at https://www.ioshub.net. Contact our support team for MD5 validation (checksum: 8e7d5a…c44b1) or bulk deployment guidance.
: FortiGate firmware version patterns from official release archives
: Vulnerability resolution details per Fortinet PSIRT advisories
: Hardware compatibility matrix from FortiOS 7.0 documentation