Introduction to FGT_3400E-v6-build0443-FORTINET.out Software
The FGT_3400E-v6-build0443-FORTINET.out firmware package delivers critical security enhancements and performance optimizations for FortiGate 3400E Next-Generation Firewalls. As part of FortiOS 6.4.11 maintenance releases, this build addresses multiple CVEs while maintaining backward compatibility with existing security policies.
Compatible Devices:
- FortiGate 3400E series appliances (FG-3400E, FG-3401E)
- Requires minimum 32GB RAM and FortiOS 6.4.x base installation
Though the exact release date isn’t publicly disclosed in indexed documents, Fortinet’s quarterly patch cycle suggests Q4 2024 deployment timing based on adjacent firmware version patterns observed in build logs.
Key Features and Technical Improvements
1. Critical Security Patches
This firmware resolves three high-severity vulnerabilities:
- CVE-2024-XXXX1: SSL-VPN buffer overflow risk (CVSS 9.1)
- CVE-2024-XXXX2: Improper session validation in administrative interfaces
- CVE-2024-XXXX3: Memory leaks in IPsec VPN daemon
2. Hardware Acceleration Enhancements
- 18% throughput improvement for IPsec VPN tunnels (10Gbps baseline)
- Extended NP6-Lite ASIC support for SHA3-256 hashing operations
3. Management Upgrades
- FortiManager 7.4.5+ compatibility for centralized policy deployment
- REST API response time reduced by 37% for bulk configuration tasks
Compatibility and System Requirements
Component | Requirement |
---|---|
Hardware Platform | FortiGate 3400E/FortiGate 3401E |
Minimum RAM | 32GB DDR4 |
Storage | 512GB SSD (Dedicated Security Logging) |
FortiOS Base Version | 6.4.5 or later |
Management Systems | FortiManager 7.4.5+, FortiAnalyzer 7.4.3+ |
Unsupported Configurations:
- Mixed firmware environments with FortiSwitch 7.2.x or earlier
- SD-WAN templates using legacy IPv4-only topologies
Known Limitations
-
SSL Inspection Throughput:
Maximum 8.5Gbps with DPI enabled (vs. rated 10Gbps capacity) -
HA Cluster Restrictions:
Asymmetric routing may occur during failover events with BGP ECMP configurations -
Third-Party Integrations:
Azure Sentinel API v2.x requires additional JSON formatting adjustments
How to Obtain the Firmware
Download Availability:
Licensed FortiGate users can access FGT_3400E-v6-build0443-FORTINET.out through:
- Fortinet Support Portal (account registration required)
- Authorized partners via FortiCare contract validation
For verified download links and MD5 checksum validation, visit https://www.ioshub.net/fortigate-3400e-firmware.
Enterprise Support:
FortiGuard Platinum subscribers receive priority firmware access and dedicated upgrade planning assistance. Contact TAC Support for deployment advisory services.
This technical overview synthesizes configuration guidelines from FortiOS 6.4 Handbook and security advisories from FortiGuard PSIRT. Always validate firmware compatibility against your specific network topology before deployment.