This topic includes new features and enhancements for Infoblox Threat Defense. You can view information about other enhancements and maintenance for Infoblox SaaS products and services in the Infoblox SaaS Release Notes.
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Threat Defense application filtering now includes two new generative AI chatbots: DeepSeek and Qwen.
You can track the usage of these newly added chatbots by navigating to (Monitor > Reports > Security > Application Discovery) under the Applications - Generative AI category.
Using application filters, you can assign an application a status of Approved or Unapproved based on whether Application Discovery indicates it is safe or unsafe. An application’s status can be revised and updated at any time.
For information, see Creating Application Filters.
Infoblox Threat Defense – January 24, 2025
Infoblox Endpoint has released an updated version of its endpoint app for Android devices, now available on the Google Play Store.
The latest update addresses minor issues when used with Android 14 devices. For information, see Managing Mobile Endpoint.
Infoblox Threat Defense – January 24, 2025
Infoblox Endpoint has released an updated version of its endpoint app for Android devices, now available on the Google Play Store.
The latest update addresses minor issues when used with Android 14 devices. For information, see Managing Mobile Endpoint.
Infoblox Threat Defense – January 13, 2025
Infoblox introduces an event selection field option for SOC Insights logs exported to Data Connector.
This update features a new traffic flow widget in Data Connector, enabling users to select SOC Insights fields for HTTP destinations in non-DNS logs. For information, see Creating Traffic Flows and Log Source Configuration Export Options.
For more information, see Creating Traffic Flows and Log Source Configuration Export Options.
Infoblox Threat Defense – January 8, 2025
Infoblox has planned a deployment for additional security mechanisms on Thursday, January 23 at 6 PM PST to protect the Infoblox Portal.
Infoblox is deploying additional security mechanisms to protect the Infoblox Portal. During the deployment update on Thursday, January 23rd at 6 PM PST, the Infoblox Portal will remain available, and core services are unlikely to be impacted.
Infoblox Threat Defense – December 11, 2024
Infoblox now provides a new configuration landing page showing data for key services based on entitlement.
When users log on to the Infoblox Portal, the configuration landing page displays data for key services based on license entitlements.
The Infoblox Portal now displays the “What’s New” content in a new modal dialog.
This new dialog can be hidden by selecting the “Do not show me again” checkbox.
Infoblox Threat Defense – December 10, 2024
Infoblox bare-metal deployment now supports Red Hat version 9.5.
For more information, see Bare-Metal Deployment.
Infoblox Threat Defense – November 25, 2024
Infoblox Threat Defense introduces a feedback loop for Threat Intelligence (TI) Detectors.
This feature enables users to activate, deactivate, and remove TI domains from their custom lists. For information, see Custom Lists.
Infoblox Threat Defense adds Unicode support for custom lists and internal domain lists.
This enhancement allows users to input domains using Unicode characters in both custom lists and internal domain lists. For information, see Creating Custom Lists and Creating an Internal Domain.
Infoblox Threat Defense – November 22, 2024
Infoblox Threat Defense enhances the Application Discovery feature to improve the detection and blocking of generative AI applications.
Infoblox is excited to announce significant enhancements to our Application Discovery feature within Threat Defense Advanced, now with improved capabilities to detect and block applications used for generative AI. Recognizing the high risk of data loss associated with unmanaged generative AI, these updates are designed to provide organizations with additional protection. The new functionality distinguishes between consumer and enterprise versions of select generative AI applications, allowing for approved use while blocking unmanaged consumer versions. This update helps you leverage the benefits of generative AI securely and efficiently.
These enhancements underscore Infoblox’s commitment to continuous innovation and delivering increased value to our customers. By integrating these advanced detection and blocking capabilities, organizations can mitigate the risks associated with shadow IT and data exfiltration, ensuring compliance and enhancing overall security posture. Customers will benefit from improved visibility and control over application usage, empowering them to make informed decisions and maintain a secure, compliant environment. You can find these detections in the Infoblox Platform (Monitor > Reports > Security > Application Discovery), under the Applications - Generative AI category. This category was previously named AI Chatbots. For information, see Creating Application Filters.
Infoblox Threat Defense – November 14, 2024
Infoblox Endpoint version 2.4.20 is now available for Windows and macOS.
This update introduces support for macOS Sequoia 15.0.1 and above, along with stability improvements and fixes for minor issues on both Windows and macOS. Customers planning to upgrade their macOS to version 15 should follow these steps:
- Test the upgrade on a small number of Mac computers first, rather than upgrading all machines at once.:Test the upgrade on a small number of Mac computers first, rather than upgrading all machines at once.
- For Macs with Infoblox Endpoints, upgrade a few computers initially, monitor for any issues, and only proceed with upgrading the remaining devices if no problems are detected.
For more information about Infoblox Endpoint, see Managing Endpoint.
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