In this blog post, you can read all about the new features that await you in the latest firewall update SFOS 18.5 MR2. Important info: SFOS 17.5 EoL Before we come to the latest SFOS release 18.5 MR2, short information…
There are currently two really exciting topics at Sophos. Zero Trust Network Access and the switches. This post is about the latter and we have almost all the information together by now. Hardware: 10 models I’ll start with what we…
When the new licensing model for SFOS was introduced, Central Orchestration was heard about for the first time. At that time (April 21) it was not yet ready, but is now available with SFOS 18.5 MR1. A license for Central…
The SFOS 18.5 MR1 is here and in order to install the new update at all, one of the following versions must already be installed on your firewall: If your firewall does not have any of the above versions installed…
Many admins are not logged into the firewall all the time, but only when there is something to configure, update or check. Depending on how far back the last login to the backend was, various warning messages appear in the…
Sophos has partnered with Intercept X Essentials (CIXE) and Intercept X Essentials for Server (SVRCIXE), two new Central licenses intended as entry-level products for client and server protection. However, the introduction of these two new licenses also means the end…
Sales of the XG 85(w) and XG 105(w) have already been discontinued on August 17, 2019. Anyone who wants to purchase a license for these devices again will have to hurry. The hardware goes end-of-life in August 2022. Last renewal…
Currently there are the XGS and XG firewalls running the SFOS. For those who prefer the UTM operating system, the SG series is still available. However, the sale of XG firewalls will be discontinued soon, making it a bit clearer…
The APX 320X has already been available since September 2020, yet the AP 100X was still available for purchase. Sophos has now announced the end of sale date due to “supply shortages”. In our view, this is a somewhat special…
Sophos is constantly working to improve the security of its hardware and software. To provide the maximum and most efficient protection, we need to constantly update both hardware and software. Software updates are performed regularly and new features are added…
Sophos recently released the public beta for its new Sophos Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) product. Anyone can register now for the ZTNA Early Access Program. Let’s take a look at what the Zero Trust security model is and what…
In this article, we’ll go over all the changes and innovations to the XGS series that make it the best firewall appliance Sophos has ever developed. It came true after all… At the Sophos Discover Conference 2017 in Lisbon, the…
The new XGS series also introduces new license bundles, which will also apply to XG firewalls (or SG firewalls with SFOS) from June. Individual licenses The individual licenses have remained more or less the same. These can still be purchased…
