​Introduction to FGT_3400E-v6-build6326-FORTINET.out Software​

The ​​FGT_3400E-v6-build6326-FORTINET.out​​ firmware package delivers FortiOS 6.4.15 for FortiGate 3400E series firewalls, designed to enhance network security and operational efficiency. This release focuses on addressing critical vulnerabilities while optimizing performance for enterprise-grade deployments.

Compatible exclusively with FortiGate 3400E hardware models, this build (v6-build6326) aligns with Fortinet’s Q4 2024 security updates. The firmware supports hybrid environments requiring advanced threat protection and high-throughput processing, making it ideal for data centers and large-scale networks.


​Key Features and Improvements​

​Security Enhancements​

  • ​CVE-2024-48777 Mitigation​​: Resolves a high-severity buffer overflow vulnerability (CVSS 8.9) in SSL-VPN services, preventing remote code execution.
  • ​Zero-Day Protection​​: Integrates updated IPS signatures to block 23 newly identified exploit patterns, including ransomware variants like BlackCat and LockBit.

​Performance Upgrades​

  • ​NP7 Processor Optimization​​: Boosts IPsec VPN throughput by 18% compared to FortiOS 6.4.14, achieving 320 Gbps with AES-256-GCM encryption.
  • ​Resource Allocation​​: Reduces memory consumption by 12% during DDoS mitigation tasks through improved packet inspection algorithms.

​Protocol Support​

  • ​TLS 1.3 Full Proxy​​: Enables inspection of encrypted traffic without compromising speed, critical for financial and healthcare sectors.
  • ​QUIC Protocol Filtering​​: Extends application control to HTTP/3 traffic, addressing visibility gaps in modern web environments.

​Compatibility and Requirements​

​Supported Hardware​

Hardware Model Minimum Firmware Recommended OS Notes
FortiGate 3400E FortiOS 6.2.7 FortiOS 6.4.15 Requires 64 GB RAM for full feature set
FortiGate 3401E FortiOS 6.0.12 FortiOS 6.4.15 Dual-SP3 processors mandatory

​System Requirements​

  • ​Storage​​: 8 GB free disk space for firmware installation.
  • ​Memory​​: 32 GB RAM (64 GB for full threat logging).
  • ​Bootloader​​: Version 1.12.3 or higher required for secure boot validation.

​Limitations and Restrictions​

  1. ​Upgrade Path Constraints​​:

    • Direct upgrades from FortiOS 5.6.x or earlier are blocked; intermediate 6.2.x installation is mandatory.
    • Downgrading to builds below 6.4.11 will erase all SSL inspection policies.
  2. ​Feature Restrictions​​:

    • SD-WAN application steering requires additional license (FortiCare 360).
    • Hardware-accelerated TLS 1.3 inspection unavailable on secondary VDOMs.

​Obtaining the Software​

Authorized downloads of ​​FGT_3400E-v6-build6326-FORTINET.out​​ require valid Fortinet Support Contracts. Verified IT administrators may access the firmware through:

  1. ​Fortinet Support Portal​​: Navigate to Download > Firmware Images > FortiGate 6.4 > 6.4.15.
  2. ​Partner Distribution Channels​​: Contact Fortinet Platinum Partners for urgent security patches.

For organizations without active subscriptions, limited-time access is available at https://www.ioshub.net following identity verification and $5 service fee.


​Technical Validation​

This release passed 1,872 hours of stress testing across these environments:

  • ​Network Load​​: Sustained 950,000 concurrent connections with 0% packet loss.
  • ​Threat Simulation​​: Blocked 99.97% of adversarial attacks in MITRE Engenuity evaluations.

Always validate configurations using Fortinet’s pre-upgrade checklist and perform backups via:

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execute backup config flash

For installation guidance, refer to Fortinet’s FortiOS 6.4.15 Upgrade Handbook (Document ID FG-IR-86-2024).

: Fortinet Firmware Download Portal (2024)
: FortiGate 3400E Hardware Compatibility Matrix (2024)
: FortiOS 6.4.15 Release Notes (December 2024)

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