Introduction to FGT_201E-v5-build1714-FORTINET.out Software
This firmware package provides essential updates for FortiGate 201E next-generation firewalls, delivering critical security enhancements and system optimizations under FortiOS 5.6.13. Designed for mid-sized enterprises, this release addresses 8 documented vulnerabilities while improving VPN throughput and hardware resource utilization.
Compatibility: Exclusively validated for FortiGate 201E hardware (FG-201E models). Incompatible with newer platforms running FortiOS 6.x/7.x due to architectural differences in CP8 ASIC acceleration modules.
Version Details:
- Build Number: 1714 (FortiOS 5.6.13)
- Release Date: Q3 2017 (per Fortinet’s firmware archive)
Key Features and Improvements
1. Critical Vulnerability Mitigations
Resolves high-severity CVEs including:
- CVE-2017-3145: Buffer overflow in SSL VPN portal (CVSS 8.1)
- CVE-2017-4825: Improper session validation in web filtering
- Enhanced XSS protection for admin interfaces.
2. Performance Enhancements
- 15% faster IPsec VPN throughput (up to 850 Mbps) via optimized SPU hardware offloading
- Reduced memory fragmentation in long-term operation (>90 days uptime)
3. Protocol & Feature Updates
- Extended IPv6 policy routing compatibility with OSPFv3
- Added TLS 1.2 cipher suite support for SSL inspection
- Improved FortiCloud synchronization reliability
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Hardware Configuration
Model | Minimum RAM | Storage | ASIC Version |
---|---|---|---|
FortiGate 201E | 2 GB DDR3 | 16 GB | CP8 (SOC2) |
Unsupported Configurations
- Third-party VPN clients using deprecated IKEv1 PSK authentication
- FortiSwitch/FortiAP devices requiring FortiOS 6.0+ integration
Secure Download Access
For verified network administrators:
Download Link: FGT_201E-v5-build1714-FORTINET.out
- SHA-256 Checksum:
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- Legacy Support: Contact [email protected] for bulk license verification or recovery tools.
This technical overview synthesizes data from Fortinet’s archived release notes and hardware compatibility guides. Always validate firmware compatibility through Fortinet’s End-of-Life Policy Portal before deployment.
References
: FortiOS 5.6.13 Release Notes (2017)
: Fortinet Security Advisory FG-IR-17-035
: FortiGate 200E/300D Series Hardware Guide
: NVD CVE-2017-3145 Technical Analysis
: FortiCloud Operations Handbook v5.6