Introduction to FGT_300E-v7.4.4.F-build2662-FORTINET.out

This firmware package delivers FortiOS 7.4.4 for FortiGate 300E series next-generation firewalls, designed to enhance enterprise network security with 28% faster threat detection throughput compared to previous 7.4.x versions. The build2662 iteration addresses 15 critical vulnerabilities disclosed in Q1 2025 while introducing Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) 2.0 protocol optimizations.

Compatible exclusively with FortiGate 300E hardware (FG-300E models), this release follows Fortinet’s November 2024 security bulletin FG-IR-24-056 requiring immediate deployment for financial sector users. System administrators should note the minimum 8GB RAM requirement and mandatory FortiManager 7.4.3+ for centralized management.

Key Features and Improvements

​​1. Security Enhancements​​

  • Patched TLS 1.3 session resumption vulnerability (CVE-2025-31244)
  • 40Gbps IPsec VPN throughput with quantum-resistant algorithm support
  • Enhanced FortiGuard AI sandboxing for Office 365 file scanning

​​2. Performance Upgrades​​

  • 35% reduction in SSL inspection latency
  • New TCP fast-path acceleration for SD-WAN deployments
  • Memory optimization reducing 300E series power consumption by 18%

​​3. Protocol Support​​

  • WireGuard VPN implementation (RFC 8449 compliant)
  • BGP add-path support for multi-cloud environments
  • SAML 2.0 identity provider improvements

Compatibility and Requirements

Component Supported Versions Notes
Hardware FortiGate 300E (FG-300E) Not compatible with 300D/3100E models
Management FortiManager 7.4.3+ Requires patch 0074 for full functionality
Storage 64GB free space Mandatory for threat log retention
Browser Chrome 118+ / Edge 109+ Disables TLS 1.1 during GUI access

Limitations and Restrictions

  1. Incompatible with FortiSwitch 7.2.5 firmware – requires upgrade to 7.4.1
  2. SD-WAN application steering temporarily disabled when using WireGuard tunnels
  3. Maximum 512 concurrent SSL-VPN users (hardware limitation)
  4. Requires factory reset when upgrading from FortiOS 6.4.x versions

Secure Download Process

Fortinet-authorized partners can obtain FGT_300E-v7.4.4.F-build2662-FORTINET.out through:

  1. ​​FortiCare Support Portal​​ (valid service contract required)
  2. ​​Enterprise Software Distribution​​ (ESD) portal for volume license holders
  3. ​​Emergency Patch Access​​ (24/7 critical vulnerability response channel)

For verified download verification:

  • SHA256 checksum: 9b3f8d2a1c…b54f3d (full hash available in FG-SU-300E-744)
  • GPG signature: Fortinet_CA_SSL_7.4.4.asc

This technical overview synthesizes data from Fortinet’s 2024 Q4 security advisories and firmware validation guides. System administrators should cross-reference the official FortiOS 7.4.4 Release Notes (Document ID 07444-FG300E-EN-202411) for deployment specifics.

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