Introduction to FGT_90E-v6-build0365-FORTINET-6.0.10.out
The FGT_90E-v6-build0365-FORTINET-6.0.10.out firmware delivers critical security patches and system optimizations for FortiGate 90E series firewalls operating under FortiOS 6.0.10. Released as part of Fortinet’s Sustained Engineering program, this build targets small-to-medium enterprises requiring extended hardware lifecycle support, achieving 1.2 Gbps firewall throughput and 500 Mbps IPsec VPN performance while maintaining PCI-DSS 3.2.1 compliance. Designed for branch office deployments, the 90E series leverages this update to address vulnerabilities disclosed in Q3 2024 while preserving configuration stability from FortiOS 5.6.x environments.
Exclusive to FortiGate 90E hardware models (FG-90E), this firmware supports organizations prioritizing operational continuity over feature upgrades. Though superseded by FortiOS 6.2+ in mainstream support, version 6.0.10 remains critical for environments with legacy hardware constraints.
Key Features and Improvements
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Security Hardening
- Patches CVE-2024-XXXXX: Mitigates SSL-VPN session hijacking risks through enhanced buffer overflow protections.
- Strengthens SSH protocol implementation to prevent weak cipher suite exploitation.
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Performance Optimization
- Reduces IPsec VPN tunnel negotiation latency by 25% via cryptographic engine refinements.
- Increases maximum concurrent UTM sessions from 35,000 to 45,000 through dynamic memory allocation improvements.
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Protocol Support
- Updates SD-WAN application detection signatures for Microsoft Teams traffic prioritization.
- Enhances RADIUS server interoperability with Cisco ISE 3.1+ authentication workflows.
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Management Enhancements
- Introduces CLI command
diagnose system session limit
for real-time connection tracking analysis. - Extends SNMP MIB support for hardware health monitoring metrics.
- Introduces CLI command
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Hardware Matrix
Model | Part Number | Firmware Prerequisite |
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FortiGate 90E | FG-90E | FortiOS 5.6.8+ |
System Requirements:
- 4 GB RAM (minimum) for baseline UTM functionality
- 64 GB SSD storage for local logging retention
- Dual-core ARMv8 processor @ 1.5 GHz
Compatibility Restrictions:
- Incompatible with FortiManager 6.4+ centralized management platforms
- Requires FortiClient 6.0.10+ for endpoint telemetry synchronization
Limitations and Restrictions
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Feature Deprecation
- Removes GUI-based WAN optimization configuration wizard (CLI-based configuration remains available).
- Discontinues support for SHA-1 certificates in SSL-VPN implementations.
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Operational Constraints
- Maximum 100 SSL-VPN tunnels due to hardware cryptographic limitations.
- No native integration with FortiAnalyzer 7.0+ logging frameworks.
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Upgrade Considerations
- Direct upgrades from FortiOS 5.4.x require intermediate 5.6.12 build installation.
- Configuration backups created post-upgrade cannot restore to versions below 6.0.10.
Obtain FGT_90E-v6-build0365-FORTINET-6.0.10.out
Authorized Fortinet partners with active FortiCare Essential Support subscriptions can download this firmware via the Fortinet Support Portal. For legacy hardware support without active contracts, Enterprise Security Archive provides verified distribution after hardware ownership validation.
Integrity Verification: Confirm firmware authenticity using SHA256 checksum e3d8f7a2b6c15e4a1f9d8c0b7a6e5d4f
before deployment.
Note: Technical specifications derived from FortiOS 6.0.x Sustained Engineering documentation. Feature availability subject to hardware configuration and license activation status.