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Web App

API

11/19 November 19 - APP/API v24.34.0

✨ New Features & Updates
Enhanced Traffic Analysis with New Geo Heatmap
The Overview heatmap now offers more precise traffic insights by integrating a new data source. This enhancement, available for select organizations, leverages advanced traffic analysis to improve reporting accuracy and user experience.
Upgraded Platform Performance
We’ve upgraded our platform under the hood, enhancing security, speed, and compatibility with the latest features. This ensures you continue to enjoy a secure and robust experience.
🛠 Bug Fixes
Dashboard Traffic Map Improvements
Hovering over active sites on the geo map now correctly displays traffic details such as site name, requests, and average QPS.

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Windows Roaming Client

RC Release Channels

Beta

11/13 November 13 - Windows Roaming Client v1.15.1 Beta

A new version of the Windows RC is now available in the Beta release channel for New Installs and Auto-Update. This version can be downloaded from the dashboard
Deployments → Roaming Clients → Install.
Auto-update will push out the new release to RCs in the Beta Release Channel within the next 24-72 hours. Please refer to our release status page for the latest available versions in both Beta and Production channels.
Enhancements and Updates
  • All changes stated in v1.15.0 Beta
  • Fixed an issue with Root CA not being installed for white label version of the client.

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Web App

API

11/12 November 12 - APP/API v24.33.0

This version of the APP/API brings some long awaited functionality around the creation and management of API keys. Users are no longer required to contact support to create or manage API keys, which reduces the barriers to entry when working with integration partners, or our recently released PSA integrations!
New Functionality
  • Users are now able to administer their API tokens in the DNSFilter dashboard, as well as via the API itself.
Check it out...
Navigate to the upper right hand corner of the dashboard, and select "Account" from the drop down menu.
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Scroll to the bottom of the screen, and you'll find the API Key management area. Create a new key by clicking the
"+ CREATE NEW API KEY"
button.
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Give that new API key a name, and select the expiration time.
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Copy the key, store it somewhere safe like a password manager, and you'll be able to close the workflow.
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Fixes/Enhancements
  • Resolved an issue that was preventing the map on the overview screen from showing traffic counts for sites that have a physical address defined.
  • Internal application changes relative to the web application framework were executed.

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Windows Roaming Client

RC Release Channels

Beta

11/7 November 7 - Windows Roaming Client v1.15.0 Beta

A new version of the Windows RC is now available in the Beta release channel for New Installs and Auto-Update. This version can be downloaded from the dashboard
Deployments → Roaming Clients → Install.
Auto-update will push out the new release to RCs in the Beta Release Channel within the next 24-72 hours. Please refer to our release status page for the latest available versions in both Beta and Production channels.
Enhancements and Updates
  • Improvements to modern sleep detection and handling - this helps with connectivity issues when coming out of sleep mode.
  • The name of the MSI and download link was changed from
    <fileprefix>-1.15.0.0.msi
    to
    <fileprefix>-1.15.0.msi
  • The agent logs file now will reside under logs folder in agent folder
  • The agent log file was renamed to Agent.log from logs.txt
Update to the Diagnostic Tool
  • Additional selection box to allow DNSFilter to collect System and Application event logs
  • Collection of all the historical logs, AutoUpdate.log and Agent.exe.config

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Web App

API

11/5 November 5 - APP/API v24.32.0

The following enhancements and fixes have been delivered as part of v24.32.0 of the DNSFilter APP/API:
Improvements
AD Sync Tool Enhancement
Enhanced the Active Directory Sync tool to ensure synchronized users are accurately reflected in deployments.
API Updates and Fixes
Error Handling Improvements
Enhanced error reporting for missing data in organization distributor fields, helping users address incomplete data more effectively.
API Key Management
Fixed an issue where multiple API keys could be created per user, limiting redundant key creation.
Improved Data Export Setup
Improved handling of Data Export configurations to ensure setup requires an active subscription.

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iOS Roaming Client

RC Release Channels

10/30 October 30 - iOS Roaming Client v1.3.0

This release focused on quality of life improvements in the iOS Roaming Client.
Improvements
  • Resolved a specific issue relevant to iOS devices running iOS v17 and later, where the username from the device would show up as
    localhost
    instead.
  • Improved handling of large concurrent requests

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Web App

API

Policy Configuration

10/29 October 29 - APP/API v24.31.0

This release enhances user experience, and API functionality while addressing critical bugs. Updates include:
Enhancements
  • Super Admin Role
    allows a new user permission level to be selected. Super Admin has all the same rights as an
    Owner
    but will not be able to cancel the subscription or delete the parent organization. Super Admins in the MSP / Multi-Tenant environment are able to create or delete sub-organizations. More info on our Community site.
  • External ID on Block Page
    allows for the identification of the External ID field for a sub organization to show up on a block page. This is handy for identifying which organization a block pertains to where multiple organizations are being administered.
  • Roblox in AppAware
    allows administrators to block access to all facets of Roblox and its associated ecosystem. You can find this in AppAware under the Messaging category.

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Web App

API

10/22 October 22 - APP/API v24.30

This release enhances the overall user experience and API functionality, and resolves key bugs to improve system performance.
New Features:
Email Alerts for Failed Query Log Exports:
Users will now receive an email notification if a query log export exceeds the row limit, providing better visibility and quicker troubleshooting for failed export attempts.
Improved API Lookup for Blocked Pages:
The Lookup API consumed by blocked pages has been improved to enhance performance and provide more accurate information, offering smoother experiences for end-users encountering blocked sites.
CNAME Forwarding on MSP Whitelabel Page:
The MSP Whitelabel page now includes a CNAME forwarding address, making it easier for MSPs to configure custom domains within the platform.
Bug Fixes:
Improved Export Handling for Large Organizations:
Fixed an issue where export settings were not functioning correctly for large organizations, ensuring exports complete successfully regardless of organization size.
API Performance Enhancements:
Addressed delays in API response times, resulting in faster API performance and a more responsive system.
Fixed Universal List Permissions for MSP Users:
Resolved a bug that allowed MSP top-level users with "edit-policies-only" permissions to create, edit, or delete universal lists, ensuring appropriate user restrictions.
Site CIDR Updates:
Corrected an issue where IPs with a last octet ending in 0 were not being correctly updated, ensuring seamless management of CIDR ranges.
Site IP Editing Fixes:
Fixed a validation issue that prevented valid IP entries from being accepted after an initial validation failure, making IP management more robust.
Roaming Client Bulk Delete Issue:
Resolved an issue where users were unable to bulk delete roaming clients, streamlining client management workflows.

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Web App

API

10/16 October 16 - APP/API v24.29.0

This release focuses on enhancing security, user experience, and API functionality while addressing critical bugs.
Security Enhancements:
  • Perform enhanced validation of policy name field inputs.
User Experience Improvements:
  • Corrected issue related to items being incorrectly displayed when limiting PII
  • Corrected issue related to AppAware returning collections from canceled sub-organizations
  • Corrected erroneous upgrade prompt in AppAware for manual subscription users
API and Performance Fixes:
  • Improved handling of export settings for large organizations.
  • Addressed delays in API response times for better performance.

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Mac Roaming Client

RC Release Channels

10/10 October 10 - MacOS RC v1.8.6 Production Channel

A new version of the macOS RC is now available via the Production channel. This version can be downloaded from the dashboard Deployments → Roaming Clients → Install.
For more details on Release Channels and the current versions available for both Beta and Production channels, check out our help docs.
Included in macOS v.1.8.6
Updates
  • Fixed an issue that would have prevented auto upgrade for users running MacOS 15 Sequoia*
*
For users who have already upgraded to Sequoia with v.1.8.4 previously installed prior to the OS update, v1.8.6 will need to be installed over v1.8.4 manually or via RMM/MDM to restore auto update capabilities. It's important to note that due to changes in MacOS Sequoia, the endpoint will prompt for credentials on installation.
Please share any feedback you have while running v1.8.6.
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