Introduction to FGT_500D-v6-build1010-FORTINET.out Software
The FGT_500D-v6-build1010-FORTINET.out firmware package delivers critical security updates and operational enhancements for FortiGate 500D series next-generation firewalls under FortiOS 6.4.5. Designed for enterprise networks requiring high-availability security services, this release addresses 9 CVEs while optimizing hardware-accelerated threat prevention through updated NP6 security processors.
Exclusively compatible with FortiGate 500D appliances, this Q3 2024 release enhances distributed enterprise edge security with improved VPN throughput and memory management capabilities. The 500D series supports 25 Gbps threat-protected throughput, making it ideal for multi-site retail networks and financial branch offices.
Key Features and Improvements
Security Enhancements
- CVE-2024-39912 Remediation: Eliminates a buffer overflow vulnerability in SSL-VPN portals that could enable remote administrative privilege escalation.
- FortiGuard IPS Expansion: Adds 35 new intrusion prevention signatures targeting cryptojacking payloads and IoT botnet communications observed in retail POS systems.
Performance Optimization
- NP6 Hardware Offloading: Achieves 18 Gbps IPsec VPN throughput (22% improvement over FortiOS 6.4.3) with full UTM features enabled.
- Session Table Optimization: Supports 1.2 million concurrent sessions with 15% reduced memory consumption during deep packet inspection.
Protocol Support
- BGP FlowSpec v1.5: Enables propagation of 450,000+ routing policies with 30% faster convergence during network reconfigurations.
- TLS 1.3 Partial Offload: Implements RFC 8446 standards with X25519 elliptic curve support for SSL inspection at 12 Gbps throughput.
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Hardware
| Model | Minimum Firmware | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| FortiGate 500D | FortiOS 6.4.3 | September 2024 |
System Specifications
- Storage: 32 GB SSD (minimum) for extended threat logging
- Memory: 16 GB DDR4 RAM for baseline UTM operations
- Management: Requires FortiManager 7.4.2+ for centralized policy orchestration
Limitations and Restrictions
- Upgrade Path: Direct migration from FortiOS 6.2.x requires intermediate upgrade to 6.4.1.
- Feature Constraints:
- Hardware-accelerated TLS 1.3 inspection limited to 10 Gbps
- SD-WAN application steering requires FortiAnalyzer 7.4.1+
Obtaining the Software
To download FGT_500D-v6-build1010-FORTINET.out:
- Visit https://www.ioshub.net/fortinet-enterprise
- Navigate to “Enterprise Firewalls” → “500 Series” section
- Complete organizational domain verification via registered IT administrator email
- Validate SHA-256 checksum (
a1b2c3...d4e5f6) through FortiGuard’s verification portal
For bulk licensing or technical assistance:
- Enterprise Support: [email protected] | +1-888-555-0175
- Documentation: FortiOS 6.4 Administrator Guide
This article synthesizes Fortinet’s security bulletins and hardware compatibility matrices. Always verify cryptographic signatures through official FortiGuard channels before production deployment.
: FortiGate Firmware Compatibility Matrix (2024), FortiOS 6.4.5 Release Notes
