Legacy KSS 9.8.2 release notes
Release date: July 18, 2023
These release notes were last updated on February 29, 2024.
These release notes describe the new features, improvements, and fixed issues in Kiwi Syslog Server 9.8.2. They also provide information about upgrades and describe workarounds for known issues.
Learn more
- For release notes for previous KSS versions, see Previous Version documentation.
- For information about requirements, see KSS system requirements.
- For information about working with KSS, see the KSS Administrator Guide.
New features and improvements in KSS
Build on February 29, 2024
This build includes an installer that has been updated with a new certificate.
Build on July 18, 2023
This build includes the following new features, fixed issues, and improvements.
New database management for Kiwi Web Access
Kiwi Web Access now utilizes Microsoft SQLite instead of SQL Server Compact to improve efficiency and provide a more streamlined user experience.
New options for the Kiwi Web Access installer
A new installer for Kiwi Syslog Server is now available. The installer lists the required prerequisites for setting up Kiwi Web Access and detects which prerequisites are missing. Users then have the option to install the missing prerequisites from a generated list.
Install logs
Users can now view install logs to troubleshoot issues related to the KSS installation process. The default install log file path is C:\Program Files (x86)\Syslogd\install.txt.
Other improvements
- A new version of the end user license agreement is available in the setup and installer windows.
- General security improvements.
Fixed issues in KSS 9.8.2
KSS 9.8.2 fixes the following issues.
| Case number | Description |
|---|---|
| 01240370, 01241852, 01240859, 01248274, 01253217, 01270480, 01313904, 01313277, 01327559 | There is no longer an error message while checking for software updates from KSS. |
| 01314329, 01311770 | The Kiwi Web Access pub key now matches the security policy, creating a stronger key exchange. |
| 00991580, 00986828, 00866613, 00983875, 00970955, 01054214, 01117622, 01109721, 01318543 | Kiwi Web Access now utilizes Microsoft SQLite instead of SQL Server Compact for database management. |
New customer installation
For information about installing Kiwi Syslog Server NG, see the Kiwi Syslog Server Installation Guide.
After installation, see the Kiwi Syslog Server Getting Started Guide for implementation and troubleshooting guidelines. The guide walks you through common configuration tasks to help you get up and running quickly.
How to upgrade
If you are upgrading from an earlier version, use the Kiwi Syslog Server Upgrade Guide to plan and implement an upgrade to Kiwi Syslog Server 9.8.2.
End of life
| Version | EoL annoucement | EoE effective date | EoL effective date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9.8.1 and earlier | July 18, 2023 | August 18, 2023 | August 18, 2024 |
See the End of Life Policy for information about SolarWinds product lifecycle phases. For supported versions and EoL announcements for Kiwi Syslog Server, see KSS release history.
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