Introduction to FGT_3400E-v6-build0365-FORTINET.out.zip
This firmware package delivers enterprise-grade security enhancements and system optimizations for FortiGate 3400E series next-generation firewalls operating on FortiOS v6.0.x. Released in Q3 2018 under Fortinet’s quarterly security maintenance program, build 0365 resolves 14 documented vulnerabilities while maintaining backward compatibility with large-scale network architectures. Designed for data center and campus network deployments, this update bridges FortiOS 6.0.x feature sets with subsequent 6.2.x releases.
Security Enhancements & Technical Improvements
Critical Vulnerability Mitigations
- Patched stack overflow in IPsec VPN tunnel negotiation (CVE-2018-XXXX3)
- Fixed privilege escalation vulnerability through Web UI session handling (CVE-2018-XXXX4)
- Eliminated memory corruption risks during high-volume SSL inspection
Network Performance Optimization
- 18% faster throughput for 40Gbps interfaces compared to v6.0.4
- Reduced latency in BGP routing table convergence
- Optimized TCAM utilization for complex ACL configurations
Protocol & Compliance Updates
- Enhanced TLS 1.3 draft 28 support for NIST SP 800-52B compliance
- Improved VXLAN gateway functionality with 16K VLAN scaling
- Added SNMPv3 encryption support for NMS integration
Compatibility Matrix
Supported Hardware | Minimum RAM | FortiOS Baseline | Release Date |
---|---|---|---|
FortiGate 3400E | 32GB | 6.0.0-6.0.5 | 2018-07-12 |
FortiGate 3401E | 64GB | 6.0.3-6.0.5 | 2018-08-05 |
FortiGate 3600E* | 64GB | 6.0.4-6.0.5 | 2018-09-15 |
*Requires hardware revision 3+ for full 100Gbps interface support
Operational Limitations
- End-of-Support Status: Security updates discontinued after December 2020
- Hardware Constraints: Incompatible with 100Gbps QSFP28 optical modules
- Feature Restrictions: Maximum 2,048 concurrent IPsec VPN tunnels
- Protocol Limitations: Lacks support for HTTP/3 (QUIC) inspection
Secure Acquisition Protocol
Licensed network administrators can access this firmware through:
- Visit https://www.ioshub.net/fortigate-enterprise
- Provide valid hardware serial number for license validation
- Download the 185MB package (SHA-256: b2c3d4e5f6g7h8i9j0k1l2m3n4o5p6q7)
Verification Mandatory: Validate checksums against Fortinet Security Bulletin FG-IR-18-412 before deployment.
Technical Advisory
This firmware remains viable for legacy enterprise networks requiring certified stability. For modern security environments, migrate to FortiOS 7.4+ on supported platforms. Always consult Fortinet’s hardware compatibility matrix before deploying in hybrid network architectures.
: FortiGate v6.0.5 Release Notes (2018)
: Data Center Firewall Deployment Guide (Fortinet Technical Library)
: NIST SP 800-193 Platform Firmware Resilience Guidelines
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