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We’re thrilled to announce a major improvement to Active Protect that will help you stay more secure and in control of your systems: improved software vulnerability detection and reporting is now live.
At CyberSmart, we’ve always been committed to helping you maintain the highest level of security, and this latest enhancement is designed to make managing vulnerabilities easier and more reliable. Here’s a deeper look at what’s new and why these changes are so important for your organisation’s security posture.
What's new in Active Protect?
With this new update, Active Protect now delivers the following.
Improved reliability and accuracy
We’ve improved our software vulnerability report, ensuring you receive the most accurate information, exactly when you need it.
On top of this, we've reduced false positives. Active Protect now flags fewer non-issues, so you’ll only be alerted when something important needs your attention. The good news? We haven’t increased false negatives, meaning vulnerabilities are detected as reliably as ever.
Increased visibility
As part of this update, you’ll see more vulnerabilities in the system. This might seem overwhelming at first but, don’t panic, this is expected behaviour. More visibility into potential vulnerabilities means greater awareness of risks, and the ability to address them before they become a problem
Enhanced service experience
We’ve also streamlined how you access vulnerability data, delivering it faster than ever before, so you can take action quickly. This improvement helps you stay proactive and reduces response times when addressing security threats.
Why this matters
With cybersecurity threats constantly evolving, it’s more important than ever to stay ahead of potential vulnerabilities.
This update is designed to give you greater control and insight into your system’s vulnerabilities, enabling you to make informed decisions and act faster to secure your environment. Whether it’s patching software, upgrading systems, or simply staying aware of emerging risks, this enhanced vulnerability reporting will empower you to take better, data-driven actions to protect your organisation.
Next Step: Update to V5
To take full advantage of these improvements, you’ll need to be running at least version 5.2.0 of Active Protect for Desktop. Devices already on version 5.0 and above will automatically update to this latest version. For devices on version 4.14.10 or earlier, a manual removal of the old version and installation of version 5.2.0 will be required (see the handy guide on how to do this here). An automated process for updating is coming in March - more information to follow.
If you need any assistance or encounter any issues during the update process, our support team is available to help.
How to update
Updating is easy. Simply follow the instructions in our handy guide to ensure your system is running the latest version of Active Protect. If you need any assistance or encounter any issues during the update process, our support team is available to help.
We’re excited to bring you these enhancements and know they'll make a meaningful impact on your security. As always, our goal is to provide you with the tools and insights you need to stay secure, stay compliant, and stay ahead of the ever-changing threat landscape.
If you have any questions or need support, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Stay secure