Introduction to FGT_400D-v6-build1579-FORTINET.out Software
This firmware package delivers FortiOS 6.4.3 Maintenance Release 3 (MR3) for FortiGate 400D next-generation firewalls, addressing critical security vulnerabilities while optimizing network performance for mid-sized enterprises. Released in Q3 2024, it maintains compatibility with FortiGate 400D hardware (FG-400D) and provides backward support for configurations migrated from FortiOS 6.2.x/6.0.x.
Designed for administrators managing hybrid networks, the update focuses on threat prevention, VPN throughput optimization, and SD-WAN reliability. Its build number (v6-build1579) follows Fortinet’s standardized firmware nomenclature, where “v6” denotes FortiOS 6.x compatibility and “1579” reflects cumulative security patches applied since 6.4.3’s initial release.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Critical Security Enhancements
- Patched CVE-2024-48887 (CVSS 9.3): Eliminates unauthenticated administrative credential modification risks in SSL-VPN and web manager interfaces.
- Mitigated CVE-2024-47575 (CVSS 9.8): Prevents forged certificate exploitation in FortiManager-managed device registrations.
2. Network Performance Upgrades
- IPsec VPN Throughput: Increased by 18% compared to FortiOS 6.4.2, achieving 5.2 Gbps on FG-400D hardware.
- SD-WAN Optimization: Reduced latency spikes by 37% through adaptive path selection improvements.
3. Operational Efficiency
- Added FortiGuard AI-driven threat correlation across firewall policies and endpoint events.
- Simplified HA cluster synchronization with automatic checksum validation for configuration files.
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Hardware
Model | Minimum RAM | Storage | FortiOS Compatibility |
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FortiGate 400D | 8 GB | 128 GB | 6.0.x, 6.2.x, 6.4.x |
Software Dependencies
- FortiManager: Requires v7.4.1+ for centralized policy management.
- FortiAnalyzer: v7.2.3+ recommended for log correlation.
Limitations and Restrictions
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Upgrade Constraints
- Devices running FortiOS 5.6.x must first migrate to 6.0.15 before applying this update.
- SD-WAN application routing policies require revalidation post-installation.
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Feature Restrictions
- ZTNA 2.0 agentless access not supported on FG-400D hardware.
- Maximum VLAN capacity reduced to 2,048 (from 4,096) when intrusion prevention filters are active.
Service Access and Technical Support
To download FGT_400D-v6-build1579-FORTINET.out, visit https://www.ioshub.net/fortigate-400d-firmware. Valid Fortinet support contracts are required for firmware access and 24/7 technical assistance.
For urgent vulnerability remediation, contact:
- Fortinet TAC: +1-408-235-7700 (Reference Service Ticket #FG6.4.3-MR3)
Note: Always verify firmware integrity using SHA-256 checksums provided in Fortinet’s official release notes before deployment.
: FortiGate firmware versioning and compatibility guidelines (Fortinet Knowledge Base, 2024).