Xona continues to set the standard in secure access for critical infrastructure with the launch of Xona Platform v5.4.2. This new release brings advanced enterprise-scale governance, centralized control, and unified policy enforcement to the forefront. As organizations face growing cyber threats, the platform aims to simplify operations and strengthen security across globally distributed sites.
New Features in Xona Platform v5.4.2 Enhance Secure Access
The latest version, Xona Platform v5.4.2, introduces several features designed for complex operational environments. The new Centralizer interface provides real-time oversight of users, roles, and sessions across multiple deployments. Additional enhancements include:
- Cross-Gateway Group Management to reduce policy drift
- Federated Identity Provider Support for easier IT/OT convergence
- Enhanced Role and Time-Based Controls for fine-grained governance
- Multi-monitor VNC Support and WebGL connections for improved remote user experience
- Cybersecurity Integrations with malware scanning on file uploads
These features work together to scale secure access—without increasing operational complexity or risk.
Centralized Governance and Compliance for Critical Infrastructure
Centralized governance is a major strength of Xona Platform v5.4.2. With the new Centralizer, administrators gain unified visibility and can enforce consistent policies across all sites and users. This single-pane-of-glass approach eliminates silos and ensures:
- Policy compliance across employees, OEMs, and contractors
- Unified logging, video session recording, and audit trails
- Simplified adherence to security mandates like NERC CIP, IEC 62443, and TSA SD2
By centralizing these controls, Xona streamlines compliance and reduces the management burden for IT and OT teams.
Meeting Modern Security Demands with Scalable Access Control
The urgency for reliable, scalable access control in critical infrastructure has never been greater. Rising cyber risks and complex regulatory requirements are driving the need for robust solutions. Xona Platform v5.4.2 addresses these challenges by:
- Eliminating vulnerable legacy tools like VPNs and jump servers
- Maintaining consistent security across diverse and distributed environments
- Equipping organizations to manage secure access efficiently, even as they grow operations
The platform is already trusted by top industry players such as GE, Baker Hughes, and Mitsubishi Corporation.
In conclusion, Xona Platform v5.4.2 demonstrates Xona’s commitment to meeting the evolving security needs of the critical infrastructure sector. With enhanced features for centralized governance, compliance, and secure access at scale, Xona empowers organizations to protect assets and support agile operations in today’s digital landscape.
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