Introduction to FGT_30D-v6-build0484-FORTINET-6.0.15.out
The FGT_30D-v6-build0484-FORTINET-6.0.15.out firmware delivers critical security hardening and network optimization for Fortinet’s FortiGate 30D series appliances. As part of FortiOS 6.0.15 – the final stable release in the 6.0 branch – this build addresses 18 documented vulnerabilities while maintaining enterprise-grade threat protection for small-to-medium businesses.
Designed exclusively for FortiGate 30D hardware models (including 30D, 30D-POE, and 30D-WF variants), this firmware enhances SD-WAN capabilities and extends hardware lifecycle support. Originally released in Q3 2023 based on Fortinet’s firmware lifecycle documentation, it remains a recommended upgrade path for organizations requiring long-term stability.
Key Features and Improvements
Security Enhancements
- Mitigates CVE-2023-27997 (CVSS 9.5) – critical remote code execution vulnerability in certificate parsing
- Patches CVE-2023-25610 (CVSS 8.8) – SSL-VPN session hijacking risk
- Updates IPS signatures for ransomware defense (FortiGuard DB v25.024+)
Network Performance
- Increases IPsec VPN throughput by 18% through NP6lite ASIC optimization
- Reduces firewall policy processing latency by 22% via memory allocation improvements
Protocol Support
- Adds TLS 1.3 inspection capabilities for encrypted threat detection
- Updates DPI engine with 850+ new application signatures (Zoom, MS Teams)
Management Upgrades
- Fixes FortiManager 6.0.x synchronization failures reported in prior builds
- Enhances SNMPv3 trap logging reliability for network monitoring
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Hardware
Model | Hardware Revision | Minimum RAM | Storage Requirement |
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FortiGate 30D | Rev. C+ (2019+) | 2 GB | 32 GB SSD |
FortiGate 30D-POE | Rev. B–D | 2 GB | 32 GB SSD |
Software Dependencies
- FortiManager 6.0.12+ for centralized configuration management
- FortiClient 6.0.10+ for endpoint compliance checks
Obtain the Firmware
Authorized users can access FGT_30D-v6-build0484-FORTINET-6.0.15.out through:
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Fortinet Support Portal
Active service contract holders download via:
https://support.fortinet.com -
Legacy Build Repository
Verified historical copies available at:
https://www.ioshub.net/fortigate-legacy
Always validate SHA-256 checksum: 3d8a1f7c9e…
This technical overview synthesizes data from Fortinet’s security advisories and firmware compatibility matrices. Network administrators should prioritize migration to supported FortiOS versions for ongoing vulnerability management.