Product release information for Endpoint Server v12.2 Beta 2 on March 19, 2021.
Click here to download the beta version of VIPRE Endpoint Server v12.2.
What's New
Following on the heels of our last major agent update, which brought the DNS Protection engine and new browser plugins, we are now releasing v12.2. This new version significantly expands and improves existing functionality, including:
- Added browser support for Microsoft Edge based on Chromium (v79 and higher)
- Post-scan options including, but not limited to, the ability to shut down the computer once scanning has completed
- For full details on how to use this feature, refer to Related Articles to visit our Beta Program Welcome page.
- Ability to independently enable/disable WIndows firewall and the VIPRE intrusion detection system (IDS)
- New version of Advanced Active Protection (AAP) that supports Windows Server
- For full details on how to enable this, refer to Related Articles to visit our Beta Program Welcome page.
- Modified Custom Scan Options dialog showing more detail
- Enhanced security to reduce potential attack entry points
- Overall improvement of system responsiveness by on-demand scans no longer affecting the Windows File Cache
Most importantly though, we fixed a security weakness relating to the Authenticate with unprotected computers using saved credentials option that could potentially allow an attacker, internal to your network, to leverage the auto-install service within these products to access other sensitive systems and data in your environment. As a result, to prevent a potential attack, Agent Installation and Agent Inquiry now have only manual options for Unprotected Computer Discovery and Installation.
Special Instructions
There are some things to keep in mind when updating the Endpoint Server Console and Agents.
Important
- It is recommended to create a backup of the VIPRE database prior to updating. Refer to Related Articles for details on how to accomplish this.
- Database migration can take some time depending on the size of the DB. Canceling the wizard can result in data loss.
- If updating the Endpoint Server console from any version lower than v10.0, you will need to plan for a possible reboot. Updating the VIPRE Endpoint Security console to the newest version will require Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6 to be installed. If .NET Framework 4.6 is not already on your system, the installer may reboot the server to finalize the installation.
Step 1: Update VIPRE Console
Ensure the VIPRE Console is closed prior to updating.
- Download and run VIPRE Endpoint Security (Key starts with 443)
- Proceed with the installation prompts to complete the update
- If necessary, read up on what is required to update and how to troubleshoot
- Proceed to Step 2: Update the VIPRE Agents
Step 2: Update VIPRE Agents
There are three ways to update agents:
Automatic agent updates
- Open the policy properties
- Navigate to Updates > Software Updates
- Check the box and set the time to how often VIPRE should check for updates
Manual agent updates
- Open the VIPRE Business console and select Windows Policies
- Click on the Protected Computers tab
- Right-click the Agent(s) and select Agent Updates > Check for Agent Software Updates
Scheduled agent updates
- Open the VIPRE Business console and select Windows Policies
- Click on the Protected Computers tab
- Right-click the agent(s) and select Agent Updates > Schedule Agent Upgrade
- Select the time and date you wish to schedule updates for and click OK
System Requirements
| Product or Component | Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| Management Console (VSS) |
OPERATING SYSTEMS
NOTE: Embedded operating systems are not supported HARDWARE
MISCELLANEOUS
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| VIPRE Agent for Windows |
OPERATING SYSTEMS
† Supported for legacy agent only, not available for Cloud HARDWARE
SUPPORTED WEB BROWSERS FOR HTTPS URL PROTECTION
SUPPORTED EMAIL APPLICATIONS
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| VIPRE Agent for Mac |
OPERATING SYSTEMS
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| VIPRE Business Mobile Security Agent |
OPERATING SYSTEMS
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Known Issues and Workarounds
This section lists issues that are known at the time of release. In some cases, these are bugs that we are working to resolve with a subsequent release. Other items may be due to causes outside of our control, such as bugs with other vendors' software. In all cases, we have tried to provide a workaround for you to consider, should you experience an issue.
If you have questions about a specific issue, please provide the issue ID (if applicable) when contacting our Technical Support team.
Bugs Fixed in this Release
- [VIPREBIS-6878] - User administration is not working
- [VIPREBIS-7464] - Invalid entries are saved when adding Allowed Websites
- [VIPREBIS-6245] - SQL database access account is being used to write log files
- [VIPREBIS-6421] - VIPRE Console can't currently support VDI virtual desktop environments
- [VIPREBIS-6484] - VDI virtual desktop gets assigned to the default policy
- [VIPREBIS-7238] - Health Summary Report: Severity of Threats Found reporting all agents regardless of filter
- [VIPREBIS-7457] - Device Control blocks access to secondary SSD HDD Crucial
- [VIPREBIS-7562] - Date Range Selector isn't displaying threats detected on the last date of the chosen range
- [VIPREBIS-7518] - ViprePPLSvc and VipreAAPSvc was not added to Firewall Exceptions in VSS after upgrading to Console version 12.2.0.79
- [VPBAGENT-6862] - Unable to generate a passphrase
- [VPBAGENT-6727] - Web exploit detection interfering with Avigilon Control Center v7.4.2.2 Build 105793
- [VPBAGENT-6361] - BSOD due to dnelwf64.sys
- [VPBAGENT-5596] - Agents stop downloading definitions after a period of time
- [VPBAGENT-4644] - Machines not booting after installation of VIPRE
- [VPBAGENT-4419] - Agents failing to upgrade - Error 1603
- [VPBAGENT-3710] - Wildcards are not accepting when creating advanced firewall rules
- [VPBAGENT-3654] - System variables do not work when creating application exceptions in Firewall protection
- [VPBAGENT-6976] - BSOD UNEXPECTED_KERNEL_MODE_TRAP(7f)
- [VPBAGENT-7215] - Web Exploit Detection slowing down backups
- [VPBAGENT-7348] - Web Exploit Detection interfering with Sierra Desktop App using java v1.8.0_45
- [VPBAGENT-7123] - IDS Settings box displayed in Agent when Firewall is not user-managed
- [VPBAGENT-7126] - Missing engine version when using CSE50
- [VPBAGENT-7441] - VIPRENIS causing high CPU usage
Known Issues in this Release
| Ticket Number | Description | Workaround |
|---|---|---|
| VIPREBIS-7629 | Error when attempting to copy Agent Installation Management Configuration policy page to another policy | There is no workaround at this time |
| VPBAGENT-7151 | When Agent is installed via GPO, Agent Upgrader doesn't uninstall completely | There is no workaround at this time |
| VPBAGENT-6987 |
When Agent is installed via GPO, VIPRE Removal Tool doesn't uninstall completely |
There is no workaround at this time |
| VPBAGENT-7351 | VIPRE's network inspection service (VIPRENIS) may become stuck in a STOP_PENDING state when network protections are disabled | Stop the VIPRE agent then restart it |