ZTrust V3.0.0
Release Date- 07-Nov-2024
1. Overview
ZTrust 3.0 introduces new features and significant enhancements to improve security, user experience, and integration capabilities. Key updates include expanded multi-factor authentication options, a redesigned account console for improved responsiveness, and advanced reporting capabilities.
2. Key Features and Updates
2.1 Authenticator App 2.0 Development
Session Extension for User Session Management: Enables users to extend their active session seamlessly without reauthentication.
Realm-Specific Login: Supports custom login experiences tailored to specific realms for enhanced flexibility.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Introduces MPIN, Biometric, and TOTP authentication options to improve security.
2.2 Account Console Enhancements
Mobile Responsiveness: The account console is now optimized for mobile devices, ensuring a seamless user experience across platforms.
2.3 Self-Service Portal Improvements
Role Request in Line of Business (LoB): Users can request specific roles within designated lines of business, streamlining access management.
2.4 Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) Enhancement
Dynamic 2FA During Login: Users will be prompted for 2FA during the login process based on their configured setup.
2.5 Reporting Enhancements
Alignment and Cosmetic Updates: Improved the visual presentation of downloadable reports.
Geo-Location Data: Added geo-location information for better tracking and compliance.
Filter Optimisation: Enhanced report filtering for more precise data retrieval.
Unified Download Button: Introduced a single download button with various format options as a dropdown.
2.6 Geo-Tagging and Fencing
Integration with User Management: Users can now receive push notifications and use QR, biometric, or NFC authentication within defined geo-fenced areas.
Business Area Definition: Administrators can define access area by using longitude, latitude and radius as parameters.
3. Technical Enhancements
Persistent User Sessions: Added support for storing active user sessions in the database to maintain login status during server restarts or upgrades.
Improved Cache Configuration: Cache settings are now runtime-configurable, reducing the need for image rebuilding.
Advanced Password Policies: Enhanced password policies to prevent the use of usernames with passwords.
Syslog Integration: Added support for syslog protocol for remote logging.
4. Deprecations and Removals
Deprecated Methods: Removed outdated methods from core classes for improved consistency.
Legacy Themes: The older account console themes have been replaced with the updated design for a better user experience.
5. Compatibility Updates
Updated Database Support: Added support for PostgreSQL 16 for enhanced compatibility and performance.
Java Version Updates: Support for Java 21 introduced, while support for Java 17 is now deprecated.
6. Known Issues
Some minor UI inconsistencies may occur on older browser versions.
Performance may vary when using Argon2 hashing on lower-memory environments.
7. Conclusion
ZTrust 3.0 brings significant updates that enhance authentication, security, and user experience. We encourage all users to upgrade to benefit from the latest features and improvements.
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