Hinweis: This release was a few days delayed due to performance issues found on pre-production environment. We prefer quality over the deadline, so we decided to postpone the release. Thank you for your understanding.
Avast for Business - Console Release Version [2.9]
Changelog/Fixes:
Add a contextual menu to the Devices/Settings/Tasks - so you can access related actions from this menu
Redesigned a way how the OS and the assigned settings template are displayed on the Devices section - Now it provides a better overview
In case that action which has to happen with infection failed then directly on the Threats detected tab there is clear information why it failed
You can see usage of the settings template directly on the detail page
Fixed problem that some users received an email with subscription confirmation after they reinstalled some of their devices
Fixed problem with duplicated email notification which you received in case you have defined two different types of notification with the same frequency
Fixed problem of users which have been downgraded to the Basic Antivirus (UpFront model) and could not click the Customize link of the Web Shield due to visible overlay mask
We have released a new program on our legacy platform. The release contains only bugfixes.
Changelog/Fixes:
• Fixed an issue: After Update to 1607 Spam Engine Stops Filtering
• Fixed an issue: Premium exchange plugin blocking emails
• The software updater component has been removed because the component is no longer compatible with the current version
• Diverse Verbesserungen und Fehlerkorrekturen
Fragen & Feedback: If you have any questions we ask that you email us directly at absfeedback@avast.com. If you purchased your product from a reseller we kindly ask that you first contact your reseller so they can assist you in your local language and so they can provide quick and efficient expertise.
Hinweis: This release brings an ability to add custom email as a recipient for any notification type. Other than that added the Contextual menu to rest of the Console sections, so this UI element is now available across entire application.
Avast for Business - Console Release Version [2.11]
Changelog/Fixes:
New avast logo
Ability to start trial without credit card
Ability to select multiple settings templates and delete them at once
Now you can see a list of all devices/groups which have directly assigned certain settings template – You can get to this list from the section settings
When you change settings template for device(s)/group(s) you will see dialogue with option to choose settings template from the parent group or ability to choose one of your existing settings templates
When deleting a settings template which is assigned to device(s)/group(s) you will be prompted to select another of your existing settings template which will be assigned instead
Fixed problem that email notification for “Device was removed” is not sent in case you set a frequency to “Instantly”
Fixed problem that if you have the SecureLine while downgrading to the Basic Antivirus, SecureLine is automatically uninstalled
Fixed problem that some users can’t expand a list of groups
Hinweis: This release brings you an ability to review which devices/groups uses which settings template (policy). So you can easily and quickly review whether everything is as you need. Another great thing is that trial does not require credit card any more, so you can start trial even without it.
There was a new release to the Endpoint clients today, find the info below. You can push a program update task or manually update the clients on the local devices, maintenance → update. This update does require a reboot.
Changelog/Fixes:
• New logo in Endpoint Protection
• Fixed BSOD on latest Skylake CPU / Windows RS1
• Diverse Verbesserungen und Fehlerkorrekturen
Fragen & Feedback: If you have any questions we ask that you email us directly at absfeedback@avast.com. If you purchased your product from a reseller we kindly ask that you first contact your reseller so they can assist you in your local language and so they can provide quick and efficient expertise.
Avast for Business - Console Release Version [2.13]
Changelog/Fixes:
• Synchronisation between management console and device is two times faster
• Added dialogue to choose new group when moving devices
• Updated a confirmation modal when deleting groups or subgroups with existing devices
• Adjusted device list to show if device’s policy is inherited
• Devices list is refreshed after some policy is deleted
• Fixed malformed top banner in Settings template
• Shutdown task on Mac did the device restart and vice versa
• Some icons were not shown
• Fixed ability to edit firewall app rules in some corner cases
• Fixed group tree expand/collapse function
• Fixed expiration date in case of expired license
Hinweis: This release brings mainly bugfixes and significant performance improvements. You might noticed there were no release notes about version 2.12 released 2 weeks ago. Let me apologise about it, the release were on time, just the release notes were not published.
Avast for Business - Console Release Version [2.15]
Changelog/Fixes:
• Fixed problem when in some cases settings of tasks were not displayed
• Fixed problem that some customer could not see settings of the Billing notifications
Avast for Business - Console Release Version [2.16]
Changelog/Fixes:
• Problems with pagination on all list views
• Problem that a page automatically scrolls up while updating a setting template
• Problem that the Device list is empty in some situations
• Problem with not functional drag&drop on device list on Win10 and Chrome
Hinweis: We have updated technology used for the graphical interface of the management console and thanks to that some old bugs have been finally fixed.
Avast for Business - Console Release Version [2.17]
Changelog/Fixes:
• Ability to select multiple groups directly from the group tree and delete them at once
• Ability to define whether the system tray icon of the WIN AV will be visible or not
• The Switcher (Toggles) are now clickable at a whole area
• Fixed problem that some customers were not able to log into the console (without cleared cache)
Avast for Business - Console Release Version [2.18]
Changelog/Fixes:
• File Shield - an ability to setup “Scan when attaching” options in settings template (WIN only)
• File Shield - an ability to setup “Scan when executing” options in settings template (WIN only)
• File Shield - an ability to setup “Scan when opening” options in settings template (WIN only)
• File Shield - an ability to setup “Scan when writing” options in settings template (WIN only)
• Ability to set the console language into Russian
• Ability to change settings template for multiple groups at once
• Fixed wrong “Buy” link which is displayed on the dashboard in case of expired license
• Fixed some typos
Hinweis: This release allows you to define in detail how the scan of the File shield should behave. So now you have a greater control over this activity. Do you speak Russian and would love to see the console in your language? Now you can switch language of the Console into the Russian.
Avast for Business - Mac Client Release Version [12.5]
Changelog/Fixes:
• Wrong Shield status fixed
• Tasks are executed immediately after they are delivered to client
• Fix of restart/shutdown task
• Improved problem reporting process (integrated support package submit)
• Fixed/improved virus chest logic
• Installer graphics update
• Switched to OpenSSL 1.0.2k
• Some minor bugs fixed
Avast for Business - Win Client Release Version [17.2.2517]
Changelog/Fixes:
• Improved user interface - simplified navigation, new colours of the Avast brand, notification center
• SafeZone browser - common settings for all modes, faster startup of bank mode, currency converter
• Antivirus Performance improvements - faster webpage loading and app launching thanks to optimised hashing algorithms
• Behaviour Shield - protects you better against ransomware by monitoring suspicious behaviour of the running programs
• Server plugins are fully compatible with Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 and Microsoft Sharepoint Server 2016
• Push notification - near real-time AV client response on any change in the Management console
Hinweis: The Avast for Business solution is now powered by the latest engine. Together with Antivirus client for Windows we have released the cloud console which allows to control all the features.
Hinweis: “Get Help and Support” pages are outdated for now. Will be updated in few days. These pages are delivered by In Product Messaging system which has different release cycle than the console themselves.
Avast Business On-premise Management Console [Alpha-Test]
Hello everybody, I’m glad that we can share an exciting news with you - today we are launching the alpha version of the new on-premise Avast Business Management Console. Together with the latest AV engine, the entire solution combines the best from exAVG and exAvast. An ideal solution for companies who need to manage their protection of devices from one central place.
About the product:
• Latest WIN and MAC Antivirus is manageable via this Console so you can protect both systems
• Protection for workstations as well as for servers
• Two types of Antivirus deployment
• Lightweight “agent” installer which will automatically download the Antivirus once installed
• Near real-time synchronization between Antivirus and the Console - any change you made will be synchronized right away
• Automatic updates or manual updates of Antivirus as well as virus definition
• Update mirror server will save your bandwidth
• Ability to arrange your devices into the groups for better management
• The detailed configuration of policies so you can tailor a behavior of Antivirus exactly to meet your needs
• A variety of tasks: scan, update, shutdown, reset, send a message, helps to react on occurred situations
• Ability to schedule even recurrency of a task as well as run just one-time task
• Easy to read reporting which provides insights into areas of threats tasks for a given time frame
• Notifications which lets you know whenever something important happened
• The virus chest accessible directly inside the Console
• …and more features will come soon
[size=8pt]Known issues:
• “Agent” (component which brings mirror functionality and will bring remote deployment in the future) is AVG branded and digitally signed by AVG
• Deployment options are now limited - MSI is not available, Advance settings are not available
• “Agent” uninstall does not uninstall Avast Antivirus client
• Unable uninstall AV component one-by-one (license issue)
• Manual steps to setup mirror is needed
Hinweis: We would appreciate any feedback from your side, not only obvious bugs but also any comments regarding things that doesn’t make sense from your point of view, or any suggestion for improvements. One last thing we want to share a little secret with you - this version of the Management Console will be available also as a Cloud version.
Avast for Business - Console Release Version [2.22]
Changelog/Fixes:
• Ability to enable/disable the hardware-assisted virtualization (available in the Troubleshooting part of a settings template)
• Everytime you open the Management console, it will load faster - we have optimized the speed of loading
Avast Business On-premise Management Console [Beta-Test]
[i]Hello everybody, today we are releasing the beta version of the new on-premise Avast Business Management Console. See the original post with an Alpha version announcement for all the details: https://forum.avast.com/index.php?msg=1376378[/i]
Changelog/Fixes:
• MSI is now available as an AV installation package option
• New type of Reports
Tasks overview
Top 10 devices with failed tasks
Device overview
• Console installer now supports upgrade of a previous version
• “Agent” (component which brings mirror functionality and will bring remote deployment in the future) is now AVAST branded
• “Agent” uninstallation properly uninstalls Avast Antivirus client
[size=8pt]Known issues:
• Download of AV Installation package doesn’t work for the first time, use “please restart the download“ link (will be fixed very soon)
• “Agent” is digitally signed by AVG
• Unable to uninstall AV component one-by-one (license issue)
Hinweis: We would appreciate any feedback from your side, not only obvious bugs but also any comments regarding things that doesn’t make sense from your point of view, or any suggestion for improvements. One last thing we want to share a little secret with you - this version of the Management Console will be available also as a Cloud version.
Avast Business On-premise Management Console [Beta-Test]
Changelog/Fixes:
• Docker hub link updated
• Download of AV Installation package doesn’t work for the first time
[size=8pt]Known issues:
• “Agent” is digitally signed by AVG
• Unable to uninstall AV component one-by-one (license issue)
Hinweis: We would appreciate any feedback from your side, not only obvious bugs but also any comments regarding things that doesn’t make sense from your point of view, or any suggestion for improvements. One last thing we want to share a little secret with you - this version of the Management Console will be available also as a Cloud version.
Avast for Business - Console Release Version [2.26]
Changelog/Fixes:
• It was not totally clear where to download Antivirus installer, therefore, we renamed “Add new device” action/button to “Download antivirus”
• Removed the “all devices types” filter from the Devices section because this filter was redundant - same options were available in the “all platforms” filter
• Fixed problem that Mac Antivirus was not synchronising content of the virus chest with the management console
Hinweis: As you know we are preparing something new, therefore releases of AfB are mainly focused on bug fixing. New features and bigger improvements will be released with new major version.
Avast for Business - Console Release Version [2.27]
Changelog/Fixes:
• Ability to install/uninstall antivirus components via settings template (no need to install/uninstall them device by device) » New way how to install/uninstall antivirus components: https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=203150.0
• The “Port Scan detection” is now turned off by default (as this option previously caused problems to several users)
• Information about the version of program and virus definition are displayed together on device detail tab “Overview”
• Fixed problem (when switching from expired trial to paid product) that the shopping cart allows buying fewer licenses than the amount of currently installed devices which customer has on his console. This caused that customer was not able to “activate” his bought license after the purchase.
Hinweis: This version brings an ability to control (install/uninstall) Antivirus components via a settings template, so you do not have to install/uninstall components device by device any more but you can quickly do that via your settings template. Sometimes you still need to make an exception for some of your devices, therefore you can still install/uninstall components also on device details which will have higher priority than assigned settings template.