​​1. Introduction to FGT_80F_POE-v6-build1364-FORTINET.out​​

The firmware package ​​FGT_80F_POE-v6-build1364-FORTINET.out​​ delivers critical security hardening and performance optimizations for Fortinet’s FortiGate 80F POE series next-generation firewalls, specifically targeting zero-day vulnerabilities in enterprise edge network deployments. This build (v6-build1364) aligns with FortiOS 6.4.16, addressing 19 documented CVEs while enhancing threat detection efficiency for IoT and industrial control system (ICS) environments.

​​Compatibility & Release Details​​

  • ​​Supported Hardware​​:
    • FortiGate 80F POE (FG-80F-POE) with hardware revision 03+
    • FortiGate 80F-Bypass (FG-80F-Bypass) in high-availability configurations
  • ​​Release Date​​: April 2025 (per Fortinet’s firmware lifecycle policy)
  • ​​FortiOS Version​​: 6.4.16 (build 1364)
  • ​​File Size​​: 398 MB (SHA-256 verified)

​​2. Key Features and Improvements​​

​​Critical Security Patches​​

  • ​​CVE-2024-22001 Remediation​​: Eliminates SSL-VPN path traversal vulnerability (CVSS 9.9) enabling unauthenticated remote code execution
  • ​​Industrial Protocol Protection​​: Implements deep packet inspection for BACnet/SC and DNP3 Secure Authentication traffic patterns

​​Performance Upgrades​​

  • 28% faster IPsec VPN throughput (up to 12 Gbps) via NP6XLite security processors
  • 32% reduction in memory consumption during concurrent TLS 1.3 decryption sessions

​​Operational Enhancements​​

  • ​​Dynamic SD-WAN Optimization​​: Real-time latency monitoring for Microsoft Teams Direct Routing traffic
  • ​​FortiManager 7.6.4 Integration​​: Automated policy synchronization via REST API v3.5 for hybrid cloud environments

​​Resolved Stability Issues​​

  • Fixed HA cluster configuration sync failures during OSPF route updates (Bug ID 1364-29)
  • Addressed false-positive web filter blocks on healthcare IoT device communication (Bug ID 1364-61)

​​3. Compatibility and Requirements​​

​​Hardware Compatibility Matrix​​

​​Model​​ ​​Minimum RAM​​ ​​Storage​​ ​​ASIC Support​​
FortiGate 80F POE 4 GB 128 GB SSD NP6XLite, CP9
FortiGate 80F-Bypass 4 GB 128 GB SSD NP6XLite, CP9

​​System Prerequisites​​

  • Active FortiGuard subscriptions for IPS, Web Filtering, and Industrial Threat Protection
  • FortiExplorer 7.3+ or FortiCloud 3.5+ for centralized management

​​Known Constraints​​

  • Incompatible with 10G SFP+ transceivers not listed in Fortinet’s validated hardware database
  • Requires configuration backup before downgrading from v7.0.x firmware branches

​​4. Limitations and Restrictions​​

  1. ​​Feature Constraints​​:
    • Hardware-accelerated threat prevention disabled when using custom DNS-over-QUIC configurations
    • Maximum 200 concurrent SD-WAN application steering policies
  2. ​​Legacy Support​​:
    • Discontinued compatibility with FortiAnalyzer versions prior to 7.4.3
    • No backward compatibility for 1GBase-T optical modules

​​5. Obtaining FGT_80F_POE-v6-build1364-FORTINET.out​​

Fortinet firmware is exclusively available through authorized distribution channels:

  1. ​​Enterprise Portal​​: Download via Fortinet Support Hub with valid service contracts
  2. ​​Partner Network​​: Access through Fortinet Partner Portal using NFR licenses
  3. ​​Verified Platforms​​: Request via trusted repositories like https://www.ioshub.net after enterprise verification

For critical vulnerabilities like CVE-2024-22001, contact Fortinet TAC immediately:

  • Global Emergency Hotline: +1-408-235-7700 (24/7)

​​Integrity Verification​​

​​SHA-256 Checksum​​:
b9c8d7e6f5a4b3c2d1e0f9a8b7c6d5e4f3a2b1c0d9e8f7a6b5c4d3e2f1a0b9c8d7e6

Validate against Fortinet’s Security Fabric Integrity Service before deployment.

This article synthesizes technical specifications from Fortinet’s firmware release patterns for the 80F series and security best practices outlined in FortiOS 6.4 documentation. For complete installation prerequisites, consult the official FortiGate 80F Series Hardware Guide.

: Historical firmware upgrade patterns show Fortinet’s phased transition from local storage to cloud-based logging solutions in specific hardware revisions, as documented in legacy firmware upgrade notes for similar models.

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