KCT 3.12.4 release notes
Release date: October 16, 2024
Here's what's new in KCT 3.12.4. You can find the applicable system requirements here.
To view release notes, system requirements, and product guide PDFs for supported versions of KCT, see KCT previous versions. To view release notes for multiple versions
New features and improvements in KCT
Support for Windows Server 2022
KCT now supports Windows Server 2022. See Windows Server 2022 for more information about what's included in Windows Server 2022.
Parameter input sanitization in reports and emails
Input parameters used in reports and emails have been sanitized to improve KCT user data integrity and security.
Define a password for the DB.Backup.CatTools activity
Instead of using your login password, you can now set a password specifically for the DB.Backup.CatTools activity to restore backup files.
Set up your login password after startup
If you have not created a login password, a dialogue box to assist you in setting the password will populate once KCT has started.
Validate your password strength
KCT now validates the strength of your password using parameters such as length, complexity, and uniqueness to secure your configuration.
Mask passwords in the Device.Update.Password activity
Password masking, a security measure to prevent others from viewing your password on your screen, has been implemented for the Device.Update.Password activity.
Upgraded Codejock library
The Codejock SuitePro Active X library used in KCT has been upgraded to include enhancements to the user experience and functionality. See Version 22.1.0 in the Codejock release notes for details.
Upgraded IPWorks libraries
The IPWorks libraries used in KCT have been upgraded to include the new components, security features, and improved development tools in version 2024. See Version 2024 Updates for details.
Upgraded WeOnlyDo library
The WeOnlyDo SSH (wodSSH) library used in KCT has been upgraded to include the improved SSH communications, bugfixes, and security enhancements in version 3.1.6. See the wodSSH ActiveX 3.1.6 release notes for details.
Fixed CVEs
At SolarWinds, we prioritize the swift resolution of CVEs to ensure the security and integrity of our software. In this release, we have successfully addressed the following CVEs.
SolarWinds CVEs
SolarWinds would like to thank our Security Researchers below for reporting on the issue in a responsible manner and working with our security, product, and engineering teams to fix the vulnerability.
| CVE-ID | Vulnerability Title | Description | Severity | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVE-2024-45713 | SolarWinds Kiwi CatTools Sensitive Information Disclosure Vulnerability | SolarWinds Kiwi CatTools is susceptible to a sensitive data disclosure vulnerability when a non-default setting has been enabled for troubleshooting purposes. | 5.1 Medium |
Fixed customer issues
| Case number | Description |
|---|---|
| 01561362, 01562391, 01561831, 01563655, 01566188, 01562235, 01562219, 01563086, 01561260, 01561620, 01564123, 01565416, 01560330, 01562805, 01563673, 01561613, 01564774, 01566289, 01562124, 01563315, 01564036, 01566175, 01564514, 01564686, 01567816, 01565651, 01567172, 01570309, 01561965, 01569137, 01569767, 01604934, 01569236, 01566944, 01574467, 01567476, 01562112, 01574331, 01573364, 01567725, 01597151 | KCT no longer fails to connect to Fortinet devices using FortiOS 7.0.14 firmware. |
| 00939597 | The backup configuration process with a login banner that contains a # or > character no longer fails for Cisco WLC devices. |
| 01276534 | The show full-configuration command now saves the full configuration for each Fortinet device. |
| 01536360 | The Device.Backup.Running Config activity now uses the Show Running Config variation option and no longer fails for Palo Alto devices. |
Installation or upgrade
For new installations, you can download the installation file from the product page on https://www.solarwinds.com or from the Customer Portal.
For information about installing Kiwi CatTools, see the Kiwi CatTools Installation Guide.
End of life
| Version | EoL announcement | EoE effective date | EoL effective date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.12.3 | October 16, 2024: End-of-Life (EoL) announcement – Customers on KCT version 3.12.3 or earlier should begin transitioning to the latest version of KCT. | January 16, 2025: End-of-Engineering (EoE) – Service releases, bug fixes, workarounds, and service packs for KCT version 3.12.3 or earlier will no longer actively be supported by SolarWinds. | January 16, 2026: End-of-Life (EoL) – SolarWinds will no longer provide technical support for KCT version 3.12.3. |
| 3.12.2 | October 16, 2024: End-of-Life (EoL) announcement – Customers on KCT version 3.12.2 or earlier should begin transitioning to the latest version of KCT. | January 16, 2025: End-of-Engineering (EoE) – Service releases, bug fixes, workarounds, and service packs for KCT version 3.12.2 or earlier will no longer actively be supported by SolarWinds. | January 16, 2026: End-of-Life (EoL) – SolarWinds will no longer provide technical support for KCT version 3.12.2. |
| 3.12.1 | October 16, 2024: End-of-Life (EoL) announcement – Customers on KCT version 3.12.1 or earlier should begin transitioning to the latest version of KCT. | January 16, 2025: End-of-Engineering (EoE) – Service releases, bug fixes, workarounds, and service packs for KCT version 3.12.1 or earlier will no longer actively be supported by SolarWinds. | January 16, 2026: End-of-Life (EoL) – SolarWinds will no longer provide technical support for KCT version 3.12.1. |
| 3.12 | October 18, 2023: End-of-Life (EoL) announcement – Customers on KCT version 3.12 or earlier should begin transitioning to the latest version of KCT. | January 18, 2024: End-of-Engineering (EoE) – Service releases, bug fixes, workarounds, and service packs for KCT version 3.12 or earlier will no longer actively be supported by SolarWinds. | January 18, 2025: End-of-Life (EoL) – SolarWinds will no longer provide technical support for KCT version 3.12. |
| 3.11.8 | October 18, 2023: End-of-Life (EoL) announcement – Customers on KCT version 3.11.8 or earlier should begin transitioning to the latest version of KCT. | January 18, 2024: End-of-Engineering (EoE) – Service releases, bug fixes, workarounds, and service packs for KCT version 3.11.8 or earlier will no longer actively be supported by SolarWinds. | January 18, 2025: End-of-Life (EoL) – SolarWinds will no longer provide technical support for KCT version 3.11.8. |
| 3.11.7 | October 18, 2023: End-of-Life (EoL) announcement – Customers on KCT version 3.11.7 or earlier should begin transitioning to the latest version of KCT. | January 18, 2024: End-of-Engineering (EoE) – Service releases, bug fixes, workarounds, and service packs for KCT version 3.11.7 or earlier will no longer actively be supported by SolarWinds. | January 18, 2025: End-of-Life (EoL) – SolarWinds will no longer provide technical support for KCT version 3.11.7. |
| 3.11.6 | October 18, 2023: End-of-Life (EoL) announcement – Customers on KCT version 3.11.6 or earlier should begin transitioning to the latest version of KCT. | January 18, 2024: End-of-Engineering (EoE) – Service releases, bug fixes, workarounds, and service packs for KCT version 3.11.6 or earlier will no longer actively be supported by SolarWinds. | January 18, 2025: End-of-Life (EoL) – SolarWinds will no longer provide technical support for KCT version 3.11.6. |
See the End of Life Policy for information about SolarWinds product life cycle phases. To see EoL dates for earlier KCT versions, see KCT release history.
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