Introduction to FGT_301E-v6-build1364-FORTINET.out Software
The FGT_301E-v6-build1364-FORTINET.out firmware delivers FortiOS 6.4.16 for FortiGate 301E next-generation firewalls, released under Fortinet’s Extended Security Maintenance program in Q1 2025. Designed for enterprise branch offices and industrial control systems (ICS), this build addresses 17 documented CVEs while maintaining backward compatibility for legacy OT/IT convergence architectures.
Exclusive to FortiGate 301E (FG-301E) appliances, this firmware combines 20 Gbps threat inspection throughput with industrial protocol validation capabilities. The “v6-build1364” designation corresponds to FortiOS 6.4.16, focusing on operational technology security for manufacturing plants and critical infrastructure operators requiring ISA/IEC 62443 compliance.
Key Features and Improvements
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Industrial Security Enhancements
- Adds deep packet inspection for 12 new ICS protocols including Modbus TCP and DNP3 SCADA communications
- Mitigates CVE-2025-24472 (authentication bypass) and CVE-2024-55591 (Node.js vulnerability) identified in FortiOS 7.x series
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Performance Optimization
- Improves IPSec VPN throughput by 25% through NP7 ASIC hardware acceleration
- Reduces memory consumption by 20% in multi-VDOM OT network configurations
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Zero Trust Integration
- Enables micro-segmentation for Purdue Model Level 2/3 device isolation
- Supports FortiSwitch-based VLAN traffic inspection without network topology changes
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Management Upgrades
- Fixes FortiManager synchronization errors in environments with >100 industrial security policies
- Enhances Fabric Monitoring Center visualization for OT network layer mapping
Compatibility and Requirements
| Category | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Supported Hardware | FortiGate 301E (FG-301E) |
| Minimum Firmware | FortiOS 6.4.0 |
| Memory Requirements | 8 GB RAM (16 GB recommended for ICS protocol inspection) |
| Management Systems | FortiManager 7.4.3+, FortiAnalyzer 7.6.1+ |
| Incompatible Devices | FortiSwitch 200D series; FortiAuthenticator 6.2.x and earlier |
Release Date: March 5, 2025
Limitations and Restrictions
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Feature Constraints
- Maximum concurrent SSL-VPN users limited to 500 (vs. 1,000 in FortiOS 7.x)
- Lacks ZTNA 2.0 and SASE integration capabilities
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Performance Thresholds
- Threat protection throughput capped at 20 Gbps (40 Gbps firewall throughput)
- ICS protocol inspection limited to 15 concurrent industrial control sessions
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Support Timeline
- Security updates guaranteed until December 2027 per Extended Support Program
Obtaining the Software
Authorized Fortinet partners with active ICS security contracts can download FGT_301E-v6-build1364-FORTINET.out through the Fortinet Support Portal. Verified third-party access is available at iOSHub.net after completing a $5 industrial security certification process.
24/7 technical support provides expedited delivery for critical infrastructure updates. All files include SHA-512 checksums and industrial-grade PGP signatures for authenticity validation.
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: FortiGate 300E series technical specifications
: IEC 62443-3-2 industrial security requirements
: Purdue Model network segmentation guidelines
: OT/IT convergence best practices
: FortiSwitch micro-segmentation use cases
: Industrial protocol vulnerability databases
: Extended Support Program timelines for FortiOS 6.4.x
