Linux

Linux 3.3.3

November 28, 2024

Feature Improvements

Simplified installation

The application package has been merged with the repository pseudo-package, streamlining the installation process for all users. This update simplifies setup and ensures a more seamless experience.

Linux 3.3.2

October 3, 2024

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 3.3.1

July 10, 2024

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 3.3.0

June 26, 2024

New Features

Split tunneling

This feature allows you to direct some of your internet traffic through a VPN while letting the rest go through your regular internet connection. It helps improve speed and control over your connection.

Preferred protocol
You can now select your preferred VPN protocol for better performance and security.

Feature Improvements

IPSec/IKEv2 discontinuation

We have have removed the IKEv2 protocol to streamline our services and focus on more secure options. The disconnect endpoint for NLX has been fixed, improving the reliability and stability of your connection.

Linux 3.2.2

March 12, 2024

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 3.2.1

February 8, 2024

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 3.2.0

February 6, 2024

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 3.1.0

December 18, 2023

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 3.0.0

October 4, 2023

New Features

Device Posture Security (prevent access with non-compliant devices)

Preventing access to non-compliant devices with Device Security Posture is live!

From now on, Organization Admins can prevent access to the network for non-compliant devices. Organization Admins can set the following rules:

• Device must be trusted by Organization Admin;
• Device must have a preferred operating system and its version;
• Device must have the latest NordLayer application version;
• Device must contain a specific file.

The new feature is also supported on NordLayer Browser Extension and can be set up on the Control Panel. It will become available on Android later.

Linux 2.7.1

August 28, 2023

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 2.7.0

August 9, 2023

New Features

Always On VPN

Always On VPN is live!

Always On VPN ensures a VPN connection is used to access the internet. If the VPN connection drops, the device is automatically disconnected from the internet until the VPN connection is restored.

Here’s why Always On VPN is a must-have:

• It secures remote workers and those employees who travel frequently and connect to unsecured networks.
• It prevents any potential leaks and keeps company resources and personal information secure.

Linux 2.6.5

June 21, 2023

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 2.6.4

June 19, 2023

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 2.6.3

April 19, 2023

Feature Improvements

JumpCloud SSO

JumpCloud SSO is live!

All Members can now authenticate their identity via JumpCloud SSO.

Other available SSO providers include Google, OKTA, Azure AD, and OneLogin. You can set up SSO in the Control Panel or in the NordLayer app.

Linux 2.6.2

February 6, 2023

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 2.6.1

January 4, 2023

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 2.6.0

November 9, 2022

New Features

Device Posture Monitoring (Beta)

Device Posture Monitoring (Beta) is live!

Organization Admins can now check and evaluate devices according to predefined security rules and get notified about non-compliant devices.

The feature allows Organization Admins to identify new devices in the network, check the device’s operating system, its version, and whether the supported NordLayer app version is used.

Organization Admins can also check if the device is not jailbroken or rooted and whether it contains specific files.

Linux 2.5.0

August 18, 2022

Feature Improvements

We’ve updated our automatic VPN protocol selection feature!

If you’ve chosen Automatic as your VPN protocol, NordLayer will now first try to connect you to NordLynx ⁠— our fastest VPN protocol.

Linux 2.4.2

June 27, 2022

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements related to OpenVPN Custom DNS.

Linux 2.4.1

June 20, 2022

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 2.4.0

June 6, 2022

New Features

Secure Web Gateway (SWG) Browser Extension (BETA)

SWG Browser Extension (BETA) ⁠is live!

• Utilize SWG exclusively via your browser;
• Configure files, required credentials, and instructions;
• Create multiple proxy connections to access company resources on different browsers.

You can set up the SWG Browser Extension (BETA) on all the major browsers via third-party proxy add-ons. You’ll find the required proxy credentials in the NordLayer app or Control Panel.

Linux 2.3.1

April 25, 2022

Bug Fixes

Minor fixes and improvements.

Linux 2.3.0

April 19, 2022

New Features

NordLynx VPN protocol

NordLynx is live!

NordLynx has been developed to advance WireGuard’s performance. At NordLayer, it’s the fastest VPN protocol with enhanced security measures.