Firewall
Fortinet

Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate 401F

- The Fortinet FortiGate 401F is a high-performance firewall designed for small to medium-sized businesses and branch offices.

Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate 401F

Specifications

OS
FortiOS
IDS/IPS
10 Gbps
USB
2x USB
UTM
10 Gbps
VPN
90 Gbps
Ports
18x GE RJ45, 16x 10GE SFP+, 4x 25GE SFP28
SD-WAN
Yes

Potential Threats

10
Critical
6
High
7
Medium
2
Low

25 Known CVEs

10 critical vulnerabilities found — immediate patching required.
Audit firewall rules and remove unused allow entries. Enable detailed logging. Restrict management access to trusted IPs only.

Default IP

192.168.1.99

Default admin panel address for Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate 401F

Default Credentials — Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate 401F

Username Password Access Type Protocol Port Notes
(blank) web HTTPS 443
(blank) ssh SSH 22
(blank) console Console

Known CVE Vulnerabilities (25)

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CVE-2025-25256 2025

An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability [CWE-78] in Fortinet FortiSIEM version 7.3...

9.8
CVE-2023-29184 2025

An incomplete cleanup vulnerability [CWE-459] in FortiOS 7.2 all versions and before & FortiProxy version 7.2.0 through 7.2.2 and before 7.0.8 allows...

3.2
CVE-2024-26013 2025

A improper restriction of communication channel to intended endpoints vulnerability [CWE-923] in Fortinet FortiOS version 7.4.0 through 7.4.4, 7.2.0 t...

7.5
CVE-2024-40591 2025

An incorrect privilege assignment vulnerability [CWE-266] in Fortinet FortiOS version 7.6.0, 7.4.0 through 7.4.4, 7.2.0 through 7.2.9 and before 7.0.1...

8.8
CVE-2023-40721 2025

A use of externally-controlled format string vulnerability [CWE-134] vulnerability in Fortinet allows a privileged attacker to execute arbitrary code...

6.7
CVE-2024-46666 2025

An allocation of resources without limits or throttling [CWE-770] vulnerability in FortiOS versions 7.6.0, versions 7.4.4 through 7.4.0, 7.2 all versi...

5.3
CVE-2024-23666 2024

A client-side enforcement of server-side security in Fortinet FortiAnalyzer-BigData at least version 7.4.0 and 7.2.0 through 7.2.6 and 7.0.1 through...

7.5
CVE-2024-47575 2024

A missing authentication for critical function in FortiManager 7.6.0, FortiManager 7.4.0 through 7.4.4, FortiManager 7.2.0 through 7.2.7, FortiManager...

9.8
CVE-2024-21753 2024

A improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Fortinet FortiClientEMS versions 7.2.0 through 7.2.4, 7.0.0 throug...

5.5
CVE-2024-21754 2024

A use of password hash with insufficient computational effort vulnerability [CWE-916] affecting FortiOS version 7.4.3 and below, 7.2 all versions, 7.0...

1.8

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FAQ

What is the default password for Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate 401F?

The most common default credentials for Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate 401F are listed in the table above. Always change these immediately after setup.

What is the default username for Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate 401F?

The default username for Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate 401F is typically "admin". The full list of default credentials including username, password, access type and port is shown in the table on this page.

How do I change the password on Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate 401F?

Log in to the admin panel using the default credentials listed above. Navigate to Administration → Password or System → Account settings. Enter the current password and set a new strong password. Save the changes.

How do I reset Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate 401F to factory defaults?

Locate the Reset button (usually a small pinhole on the back/bottom of the device). Hold it for 10-30 seconds while powered on until the LEDs flash. The device will reboot with default settings.

Is it safe to leave default credentials unchanged?

No. Default credentials are publicly known and frequently exploited by automated scanners. Change the admin password immediately after first login.

Does Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate 401F have known security vulnerabilities?

Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate 401F has 25 known CVE vulnerabilities documented in our database. The full list with severity ratings is shown on this page. Apply the latest firmware update from the manufacturer to address known issues.

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