Introduction to fxos-k9-manager.4.12.0.388.SPA
This management software package provides centralized control capabilities for Cisco Firepower 4100/9300 Series security appliances, specifically designed for chassis configuration and cluster management operations. As part of FXOS 4.12 software release, this version introduces enhanced hardware validation protocols and multi-chassis coordination features essential for hyperscale data center deployments.
Compatible with Firepower 4110/4120/4140/4150 and 9300 hardware platforms, the update addresses critical vulnerabilities identified in CVE-2024-20351 while adding support for next-generation 64GB DDR5 memory modules. Network administrators managing encrypted traffic inspection (ETI) workloads will benefit from its improved TLS 1.3 session handling capabilities.
Key Features and Improvements
- Cluster Management Enhancements
- 42% faster node synchronization in 8-chassis distributed clusters
- Automated health checks for power supply units (PSUs) and cooling modules
- Security Upgrades
- Implements FIPS 140-3 compliant SHA-3 certificate validation
- Patches memory leak vulnerability in SNMPv3 management interfaces
- Performance Optimization
- 25% reduction in firmware validation time through parallel processing
- Hardware-accelerated traffic shaping for 400Gbps interfaces
- Diagnostic Improvements
- Real-time SSD wear-level monitoring with predictive failure thresholds
- Expanded sensor coverage for 4th-gen PCIe network adapters
Compatibility and Requirements
| Supported Hardware | Minimum FXOS | Management Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Firepower 4110 | 4.12(0) | Cisco Defense Orchestrator 4.12 |
| Firepower 4140 | 4.12(0) | Secure Firewall Management Center 7.6 |
| Firepower 9300 | 4.12(0) | Cisco SecureX 3.4 |
Critical Notes:
- Requires 64GB RAM per security module for full feature functionality
- Incompatible with Firepower 2100 Series appliances
- VMware ESXi 8.0 U1+ required for virtual management instances
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