Secure Endpoint Agent release notes - Version 7.9 Hotfixes

If automatic agent updates are disabled, you can assign an agent version to your account's Windows and Mac devices to prevent agent upgrades. To determine if you want to assign a particular agent version, review this topic to learn about the enhancements and fixes supported in each hotfix version of the Secure Endpoint Agent.

About the Secure Endpoint Agent

The Secure Endpoint Agent is a small software client that resides on devices managed in the Secure Endpoint Console. After the agent is initially installed on a new device, the agent is activated with its first connection to the Absolute Monitoring Center.

Each agent package includes software specific to its supported operating system, including the agent and its associated components, an installer, and a readme file.

System requirements

The 7.9.0.x package bundles contain Secure Endpoint Agent software that support devices running the following operating systems:

Operating system Supported versions
Windows Versions 7, 8.1, and 10
macOS Versions 10.9 to 10.14

Agent improvements and fixes

The following fixes and improvements are available in each agent version:

Depending on the configuration of your account, the most recent agent version may not be immediately available to you. For more information about the availability of a particular agent version, contact Absolute Technical Support.

Version Platform Fixes and improvements
7.9.0.1 Windows
  • Previously, a daily full scan could not be run on some devices, and the hardware data on those devices could not be updated. This issue is now fixed.