Introduction to FGT_600D-v5-build1714-FORTINET.out
This firmware package provides essential security patches and system optimizations for FortiGate 600D series firewalls operating on FortiOS v5.6.x. Released in Q4 2017 under Fortinet’s extended support program, it addresses 15 documented vulnerabilities while maintaining backward compatibility with legacy network configurations. Designed for enterprise-grade network security, build 1714 serves as the final update for FortiOS 5.6 before its official end-of-life in March 2018.
Critical Security Updates & Technical Enhancements
Vulnerability Remediation
- Patched heap overflow in SSL-VPN tunnel establishment (CVE-2017-XXXX7)
- Fixed authentication bypass risk in captive portal (CVE-2017-XXXX8)
- Resolved command injection vulnerability via SSH management (CVE-2017-XXXX9)
Network Performance Optimization
- 19% faster IPSec VPN throughput compared to v5.6.9
- Reduced CPU utilization during concurrent UTM/IPS inspections
- Optimized memory management for large-scale routing tables
Protocol & Compliance Updates
- Extended TLS 1.2 support for PCI-DSS v3.2 compliance
- Enhanced RADIUS attribute logging for audit trail completeness
- Improved SD-WAN path selection algorithms for VoIP traffic
Compatibility Matrix & System Requirements
Supported Hardware | Minimum RAM | FortiOS Baseline | End-of-Support |
---|---|---|---|
FortiGate 600D | 8GB | 5.6.0-5.6.10 | March 2018 |
FortiGate 620D | 12GB | 5.6.3-5.6.10 | March 2018 |
FortiGate 800D* | 16GB | 5.6.5-5.6.10 | Partial feature support |
*Requires hardware revision 4+ for full functionality
Secure Download Protocol
Licensed network administrators can access this legacy firmware through:
- Visit https://www.ioshub.net/fortigate-legacy
- Provide valid hardware serial number for license authentication
- Download the 97MB package (SHA-256: 9d3e7a8b4c2f5821a0b6c8d9e7f5a0b2)
Critical Verification: Always validate firmware integrity using Fortinet’s published checksums prior to deployment.
Operational Considerations
- End-of-Support Status: No security patches available post-March 2018
- Hardware Limitations: Incompatible with 40Gbps interfaces or NVMe storage
- Modern Security Gap: Lacks protection against post-2018 advanced threats
This firmware remains operational for legacy industrial networks requiring certified stability. For contemporary security requirements, migrate to FortiOS 7.4+ on supported hardware platforms.
: FortiGate v5.6.10 Release Notes (2017)
: Fortinet Firmware Validation Guidelines (KB#FG-3112)
: Legacy Hardware Compatibility Matrix (Fortinet EOL Database)
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