Junio 2011

WatchGuard Libera la versión XCS 9.2

WatchGuard XCS 9.2 Being Launched Today 

 

As part of our ongoing efforts to improve the effectiveness and usability of WatchGuard XCS appliances to protect from new spam techniques, simplify management and administration of the product, provide stronger data loss prevention, and improve web security features, WatchGuard is pleased to announce the availability of XCS 9. 2. The availability of this newest version of the software is being announced today to WatchGuard customers.  This update includes:

 

Ease of Use:  Management Made Easy

§        Enhanced Installation Wizard:  Web configuration added to Installation Wizard when XCS Web Security subscription is licensed

§        New Frequent Tasks Screen:  provides access to common configuration and management tasks; ensures fool-proof setup and fast access to frequent management tasks

§        DLP Wizard:  accessible via Frequent Tasks screen, the new DLP wizard guides customers through essential configuration steps to provide ability to set up DLP rules in minutes; a great get-started tool for customers who want to put the XCS DLP functionality to use

§        QMS Wizard:  provides fool-proof integration with WatchGuard QMS; note:  QMS must be set up BEFORE using the wizard

§        Attachment Control Simplification:  attachment control enhancements reduces number of steps required to set up attachment control features and provides ability to set multiple controls from a single UI

§        Message Details Page Redesigned:  enhanced visibility into message details with graphical display of scan results and message disposition actions; ability to allow or block senders or domains directly from message details page

§        New Message Tracking Tool:  new system variable allows queue ID of a message to be inserted into notifications and annotations; provides ability to track messages back to their origin for compliance and audit purposes

§        Internationalization of Attachment Names:  XCS supports internationalization of attachment names in message database views, including message history, message details, logs and reports, providing customers with enhanced protection to control international attachments

§        Multiple Software Updates Management:  customers can install or remove multiple software updates at the same time; XCS determines any software dependency issues and installs/removes the updates in the proper order, hence taking the guess-work out of managing new releases and ensuring customers have the most current XCS security protection

§        Default Message History and Summary Reporting Days Extended;  new default values for XCS reporting configuration are message history:  14 days, and reporting summary:  62 days

§        Web Bandwidth Dashboard and Report:  Web Bandwidth Usage visibility now appears on the Web Summary Dashboard as well in the Web Analysis Report

 

Expanded Spam Protection

§        Spam Rules:  New signature-based anti-spam extends spam protection beyond knowledge-based learning system; provides proactive protection from new variants of spam, ensuring customers are always protected from latest spam and phishing attacks

 

Improved DLP Protection

§        Content Rules Enhancements:  new granular DLP tools for more complex privacy & compliance requirements, including:

ü      Per-Rule Notification:  provides mechanism to allow notifications on a per rule basis, providing enhanced visibility into compliance violations

ü      Expanded “In-Dictionary” Match:  customers can now scan content for “In-Dictionary” match, providing users with the ability to apply terms within dictionaries to content rules within content scanning conditions

ü      Nested Rules:  customers can now nest rules within one another; can create any number of groupings and apply nested conditions within each grouping

ü      “Not” Option for Content Scanning Rules:  “Not” option has been added to the available list of conditional operators within XCS content controls, expanding the list to now include AND, OR, and NOT

 

XCS Web Enhancements

§        New XCS Web Proxy:  provides improved stability and performance

§        FTP Scanning:  can now scan FTP traffic that is passed over HTTP, providing stronger protection from web-based threats

§        Uncategorized URLs:  ability to block uncategorized URLs with a simple checkbox, protecting users and the network from uncategorized URLs that contain potentially inappropriate or potentially harmful content

§        Bypass URL Categorization Scanning:  allows customers to specify web domains that bypass URL categorization; can create list of websites to make sure they are not blocked by URL categorization to ensure that trusted sites are never blocked

§        Ability to disable HTTP OCF and Content Scanning: customers can now enable or disable OCF and content scanning independently for inbound and outbound web traffic

§        Flush URL from Web Cache:  problematic URLs can be flushed from the web cache if they do not load or refresh properly, providing a frustration-free end user experience

§        Web Caching Improvements:  new enhancements including preview scanning, early response, client request, and policy caching improve scanning efficiency

 

Migration to 64-Bit OS

§        With XCS 9.2, we have migrated to a 64-bit OS which provides our customers with enhanced protection, as well as faster performance of their XCS appliances. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do all XCS customers need to upgrade to XCS 9. 2?

How do XCS customers obtain the 9. 2 release?

When will updated documentation be available on our website and on the LiveSecurity portal?

Where can I obtain further information about what is new in the XCS 9.2 release?

Do all XCS customers need to upgrade to XCS 9. 2?

WatchGuard XCS 9. 2 is a major feature release which provides many benefits improved protection for our XCS customers, as well enhanced administration tools. If your XCS customers wish to take advantage of any of the features listed above, or those mentioned in the Release Notes, they should upgrade to version 9.2. Please encourage your customers to read the Release Notes before they upgrade to understand what's involved.

How do XCS customers obtain the 9.2 release?

WatchGuard XCS customers who have a current valid LiveSecurity Service subscription can obtain this update without additional charge by downloading the applicable packages from the LiveSecurity Software Downloads page, which also includes clear installation instructions.  Because this is a major release and not an update, the software will not automatically be downloaded onto the XCS device.  All customers should be encouraged to read the full Release Notes for full instructions on how to obtain the release.  As always, if a customer needs support, please encourage them to enter a support incident online or call our support staff directly. When the customer contacts Technical Support, they will need to have their registered Product Serial Number, LiveSecurity Key, or Partner ID available.

 

When will updated documentation be available on our website and on the LiveSecurity portal?

The XCS 9.2 release notes, user manual, and updated datasheets will be made available on our site later today, as soon as the software is taken live by our IT Dev team.

 

Where can I obtain further information about what is new in the XCS 9. 2 release?

The Release Notes contain full details of enhancements included in XCS 9.2.  Also, an XCS 9. 2 presentation

 prepared by our Training team is available for internal use that outlines what’s new in this release, including enhancements that improve ease of use, new functionality and enhancements, as well as information regarding how to install the software upgrade.

 

If you have any questions about this release, please do not hesitate to contact me.

 

Best regards,