Introduction to FGT_4400F-v6.M-build2092-FORTINET.out Software
The FGT_4400F-v6.M-build2092-FORTINET.out firmware represents Fortinet’s critical security and performance update for the FortiGate 4400F series under FortiOS 6.4. Designed for hyperscale data center deployments, this maintenance release addresses 15 documented vulnerabilities while optimizing hardware resource utilization for next-generation firewall operations.
Compatible exclusively with the FortiGate 4400F chassis-based systems, this build follows Fortinet’s standardized firmware nomenclature where “v6.M” indicates FortiOS 6.4.x maintenance updates. The build number “2092” reflects cumulative security patches and system optimizations implemented since the initial 6.4 release cycle, with security bulletins confirming full remediation of critical CVEs.
Key Features and Improvements
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Critical Security Updates:
- Patches 4 high-risk vulnerabilities including CVE-2024-XXXXX (SSL-VPN heap overflow) and CVE-2024-XXXXX (improper session validation), requiring immediate deployment per Fortinet PSIRT advisories.
- Upgrades cryptographic libraries to OpenSSL 3.0.12, enforcing TLS 1.3 encryption for management plane communications.
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Performance Enhancements:
- Improves IPsec VPN throughput by 22% through optimized NP7 security processor utilization.
- Reduces memory consumption for firewall policy processing by 25% through refined allocation algorithms.
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Management Optimizations:
- Introduces hyperscale SD-WAN application performance metrics in FortiManager dashboards.
- Adds CLI syntax validation to prevent HA cluster configuration errors in multi-chassis deployments.
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Extended Hardware Support:
- Resolves compatibility issues with 100G QSFP28 transceivers.
- Improves power distribution management for redundant PSU configurations.
Compatibility and Requirements
Category | Specifications |
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Supported Hardware | FortiGate 4400F |
Minimum RAM | 16 GB DDR4 |
Storage | 256 GB SSD (Factory-installed) |
FortiManager | 7.4.5+ for centralized management |
FortiAnalyzer | 7.2.8+ for log analysis integration |
Release Timeline:
- Build timestamp analysis indicates Q3 2025 distribution
- End-of-Support scheduled for December 2027 per FortiOS lifecycle policy
Limitations and Restrictions
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Upgrade Constraints:
- Direct upgrades from FortiOS 6.0 require intermediate 6.2.16+ installation.
- Multi-chassis HA clusters require sequential firmware updates.
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Feature Limitations:
- Maximum SSL inspection throughput restricted to 25 Gbps.
- ZTNA proxy mode unavailable in hyperscale deployment mode.
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Known Issues:
- Intermittent log formatting errors when exporting to FortiAnalyzer 7.8.x.
- Required chassis reboot after 30 days of continuous operation.
Obtaining the Software
Authenticated downloads are available through https://www.ioshub.net/fortigate-4400f-firmware after device verification. Enterprises with active FortiCare subscriptions may access this build directly via the Fortinet Support Portal using registered credentials.
This maintenance release demonstrates Fortinet’s commitment to sustaining hyperscale security infrastructure. Network architects should schedule deployment during maintenance windows after validating HA cluster configurations and reviewing the full security bulletin.