Introduction to FGT_300D-v6-build1319-FORTINET.out Software
This firmware package provides essential security hardening and operational enhancements for Fortinet’s FortiGate 300D enterprise firewall platform. Released under FortiOS 6.4.15 maintenance updates, it addresses critical vulnerabilities in SSL-VPN and IPv6 routing subsystems while optimizing resource allocation for mid-range network deployments. Designed for organizations requiring extended hardware lifecycle support, build 1319 maintains backward compatibility with configurations created in FortiOS 6.2–6.4.x branches.
Compatible exclusively with the FG-300D hardware model (P/N FG-300D), this update targets environments requiring compliance with NIST SP 800-193 resilience guidelines and FIPS 140-2 cryptographic validation. The firmware supports both standalone deployments and Security Fabric architectures managed through FortiManager v6.4.5+.
Key Features and Improvements
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Critical Security Patches
- Mitigates CVE-2024-48887: Unauthenticated configuration modification via management interface (CVSS 9.1)
- Resolves SSL-VPN heap overflow vulnerability (CVE-2024-21762) affecting 6.4.x branch devices
- Implements SHA-384 firmware signature validation chain
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Performance Optimizations
- 19% reduction in IPsec tunnel establishment latency (3.4s → 2.7s) for AES-256-GCM encrypted sessions
- Reduces memory consumption by 12% in UTM inspection processes
- Extends SSD lifespan through revised logging subsystem with wear-leveling algorithms
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Protocol & Compliance Updates
- Adds RFC 8900 compliance for IPv6 segment routing header validation
- Enables TLS 1.3 support on NP6lite security processors
- Updates FIPS 140-2 validation to CMVP certificate #4831 (2025 Q1 recertification)
Compatibility and Requirements
Component | Supported Versions |
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Hardware Model | FortiGate 300D (FG-300D) |
FortiOS Base Version | 6.4.15 |
Management Systems | FortiManager 6.4.5–7.0.12 |
Storage | 64GB SSD (minimum) |
RAM | 8GB DDR4 (minimum) |
Release Date: May 7, 2025 (build date: April 29, 2025)
Known Compatibility Constraints:
- Requires factory reset when downgrading from FortiOS 7.x configurations
- Incompatible with third-party 40GbE expansion modules (QFX-40G-SR4)
Obtain the Software Package
Network administrators can securely access the FGT_300D-v6-build1319-FORTINET.out firmware through authorized distribution channels:
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Verified Download Portal: Available at https://www.ioshub.net/fortigate after completing the $5 identity verification process. This fee includes:
- Cryptographic integrity validation (SHA-384: d82e1…9a3f7)
- 72-hour access to Fortinet TAC documentation portal
- Optional legacy firmware maintenance contracts
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Enterprise Licensing: For organizations managing 100+ devices, contact certified security specialists via the platform’s service portal for volume licensing agreements.
All downloads include digitally signed manifests and automated hardware compatibility verification. Expedited processing options guarantee 10-minute SLA for urgent security patching requirements.
: Fortinet Security Advisory FSA-2025-0512 (May 2025)
: FortiOS 6.4.15 Release Notes (FG-300D Technical Supplement)
: NIST SP 800-193 Revision 4 Compliance Guide (2025)