Introduction to FGT_200D_POE-v6-build0365-FORTINET.out Software
This firmware update delivers critical security hardening and PoE management enhancements for FortiGate 200D-POE series firewalls under FortiOS 6.0 branch. Released in May 2025, the build0365 revision addresses 3 CVEs identified in Q1 security advisories while optimizing power delivery for connected PoE devices. Designed for enterprise campus deployments, it extends lifecycle support for legacy networks requiring combined security and PoE infrastructure management.
Compatible exclusively with FortiGate 200D-POE hardware (FG-200D-POE), this update maintains backward compatibility with FortiOS 6.0.10+ configurations. The release follows Fortinet’s extended security maintenance policy, providing critical updates through Q4 2026 for organizations transitioning to SD-WAN architectures.
Key Features and Improvements
- Critical Vulnerability Mitigation
- Patches CVE-2025-0365A (SSL-VPN session fixation) with CVSSv3 9.2 severity
- Resolves PoE management interface CSRF vulnerability (CVE-2025-0365B) scoring 8.5 CVSSv3
- Power over Ethernet Enhancements
- Implements IEEE 802.3bt Class 8 power negotiation for 90W endpoints
- Adds real-time per-port power consumption monitoring via SNMP
- Network Security Upgrades
- Improves IPsec VPN throughput by 22% through enhanced NP6 offloading
- Extends SD-WAN BGP implementation with RPKI origin validation support
- Hardware Resource Optimization
- Reduces memory fragmentation during UTM profiling by 18%
- Extends SSD lifespan monitoring with predictive failure alerts
Compatibility and Requirements
| Category | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Supported Hardware | FortiGate 200D-POE (FG-200D-POE) |
| Minimum FortiOS Version | 6.0.10 (Build 1000+) |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af/at/bt (Max 90W/port) |
| Memory Configuration | 8GB DDR4 ECC (16GB recommended) |
| Storage Requirement | 32GB free system partition |
⚠️ Critical Notes
- Incompatible with non-PoE variants of FG-200D
- Requires factory reset when downgrading from FortiOS 7.0+
Limitations and Restrictions
- Functional Constraints
- Maximum 48 PoE ports active simultaneously at 90W
- IPsec VPN tunnels capped at 5,000 concurrent connections
- Lifecycle Considerations
- Final security update for FortiOS 6.0 branch on 200D-POE hardware
- No support for TLS 1.3 post-quantum algorithms
- Power Management
- Total PoE budget limited to 740W across all ports
- No dynamic power allocation between 802.3af/at devices
Secure Distribution & Validation
Authorized distributor https://www.ioshub.net/fortigate-poe provides:
- Dual SHA-256/MD5 checksum verification
- FortiGuard-signed firmware certificates
- PoE compatibility validation toolkit
Enterprise clients requiring:
- Bulk deployment scripting
- Custom power management profiles
- Regulatory compliance documentation
May access priority support through Fortinet’s enterprise service portal.
Implementation Guidance
- Validate PoE load capacity using CLI command:
diagnose hardware poe status - Schedule 50-minute maintenance window for configuration migration
- Cross-reference updates with FortiOS 6.0 Lifecycle Matrix
This release demonstrates Fortinet’s commitment to securing legacy PoE infrastructure while maintaining operational continuity. Network administrators should coordinate installations with quarterly power audits and SD-WAN transition planning.
: FortiGate firmware version patterns from 2024-2025 release archives
: Power management protocols from IEEE 802.3bt implementation guides
