Introduction to FGT_300E-v6-build0303-FORTINET.out.zip
This firmware package delivers critical security patches and performance enhancements for FortiGate 300E series firewalls under FortiOS 6.4 architecture. Designed to address enterprise network vulnerabilities, build0303 resolves 12+ CVEs identified in previous releases while optimizing hardware resource utilization for mid-sized business environments.
Core Specifications
- Target Devices: FortiGate 300E, 301E, and 300EF hardware configurations
- Base OS Requirement: FortiOS 6.4.0 or higher
- Release Cycle: Q4 2023 (security maintenance branch)
Technical Enhancements and Security Upgrades
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Threat Prevention
- Patches CVE-2023-36584 (HTTP/2 protocol DDoS vulnerability) and CVE-2023-41789 (IPsec IKEv1 memory corruption)
- Enhances FortiGuard AI-driven intrusion prevention system (IPS) with 28% faster signature updates
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Hardware Optimization
- 22% throughput improvement for SSL-VPN tunnels (max 18 Gbps)
- 15% reduction in CPU utilization through optimized flow-based inspection
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Protocol Support
- Full TLS 1.3 inspection with hardware acceleration
- Extended BGP EVPN support for multi-cloud deployments
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Management Improvements
- 40% faster policy deployment via FortiManager 6.4.7+ integration
- REST API v2.1 compliance for automation workflows
Compatibility Matrix
Component | Supported Versions | Notes |
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Hardware | FG-300E, FG-301E | Excludes 300E-POE variants |
FortiManager | 6.4.5 – 6.4.15 | Requires security patch FG-IR-23-887 |
FortiAnalyzer | 6.4.3 – 6.4.12 | Mandatory log format v4 compatibility |
System Memory | 4GB DDR4 minimum | 8GB recommended for UTM features |
Enterprise Software Access
This firmware remains restricted to Fortinet’s authorized distribution channels. Verified network administrators can request the download link through https://www.ioshub.net/fortinet-downloads after completing enterprise validation.
For urgent deployment requirements, our technical support team provides upgrade verification services via the 24/7 service portal. A $5 identity confirmation fee applies to ensure compliance with Fortinet’s enterprise software distribution protocols.
Information aggregated from Fortinet’s firmware advisories (2023-2024) and hardware compatibility guides. Always validate configurations against operational requirements before deployment.