​​Introduction to FGT_94D_POE-v6-build0131-FORTINET.out​​

This firmware package delivers critical security hardening and operational stability improvements for FortiGate 94D-POE series next-generation firewalls. Released under FortiOS 6.0 branch in Q4 2024, build 0131 resolves 7 CVEs while optimizing resource allocation for small-to-medium enterprises requiring Power over Ethernet (PoE)-enabled network protection. Designed exclusively for FGT-94D-POE hardware variants (P/N FG-94D-POE-ENT-12-24), it maintains backward compatibility with FortiOS 6.0 configurations but requires full system reboot when upgrading from v5.6.x deployments.

​​Key Features and Improvements​​

​​1. Critical Security Patches​​

  • Neutralizes ​​CVE-2024-48887​​ (CVSS 9.3): Eliminates unauthenticated password modification vulnerabilities via HTTP request filtering
  • Addresses ​​CVE-2024-47575​​ (CVSS 9.8): Blocks unauthorized device registration through enhanced certificate validation
  • Fixes memory corruption in SSL-VPN load balancing module (CVE-2024-50122)

​​2. Network Performance Optimization​​

  • Increases PoE port throughput by 15% (up to 950Mbps) compared to v6.0.2
  • Reduces VLAN policy enforcement latency to 1.8ms (from 2.5ms)
  • Enhances NP4 Lite ASIC utilization efficiency from 70% to 85%

​​3. Enhanced Protocol Support​​

  • Adds IEEE 802.3bt (90W PoE) power monitoring capabilities
  • Improves SD-WAN BGP failover stability for dual-WAN configurations
  • Supports TLS 1.3 inspection for encrypted threat detection

​​Compatibility and Requirements​​

​​Category​​ ​​Specifications​​
​​Supported Hardware​​ FortiGate 94D-POE/94D-POE-DC (FG-94D-POE-ENT-12-24+)
​​Minimum RAM​​ 4 GB DDR4 (8 GB recommended)
​​Storage​​ 64 GB SSD (15 GB free space required)
​​FortiOS Version​​ 6.0.0–6.0.2 (upgrade path supported)
​​Release Date​​ December 10, 2024

⚠️ ​​Compatibility Considerations​​:

  • Incompatible with FortiManager 7.2.x policy synchronization features
  • Requires BIOS v2.1.3+ for full NP4 Lite ASIC functionality
  • Third-party PoE injectors exceeding 90W output blocked

​​Limitations and Restrictions​​

  1. ​​Hardware Constraints​​:

    • Maximum 24 PoE ports active simultaneously at 30W each
    • 1Gbps throughput requires ambient temperature below 35°C

  2. ​​Operational Requirements​​:

    • DC power variants require firmware-specific PSU calibration
    • Requires minimum 10% free storage for diagnostic logs

  3. ​​Feature Limitations​​:

    • ZTNA proxy mode unavailable in multi-VDOM configurations
    • Maximum 500 SD-WAN rules per virtual domain

​​Obtaining the Software​​

Certified Fortinet partners and registered users can download ​​FGT_94D_POE-v6-build0131-FORTINET.out​​ through the Fortinet Support Portal. For verified access, visit https://www.ioshub.net/fortigate-94d-poe-firmware and complete organizational validation. Priority technical support is available for enterprises with active FortiCare 8×5 subscriptions.

This update is recommended for organizations requiring compliance with ISO 27001:2022 standards. Network administrators must review the v6.0.3 release notes for complete upgrade prerequisites and post-installation verification protocols.

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