Product and Support News

Knowledge Base Digest - March 2025

Each month we publish numerous new articles and known issues to the WatchGuard Knowledge Base. Here is the new content published in March.

Enhancements to Our Botnet Detection Service

WatchGuard is rolling out important updates to the Botnet Detection service on WatchGuard Firewalls. These enhancements are designed to improve detection accuracy and expand the scope of threat intelligence, helping you identify more potentially malicious activity on your network. As a result, you...

WatchGuard Fireware v12.11.2 Available Now

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At WatchGuard, security is our top priority. We're committed to providing our customers with the latest protection against evolving cyber threats. Today, we're pleased to announce the availability of Fireware v12.11.2, which addresses several bugs and some minor functional updates.

New Firmware Available: Fireware v12.11.1 Update 1

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The new firmware, v12.11.1 Update 1, is now available to address bug fixes and functional updates and improve the geolocation feature for Firebox. This feature, which was included in the February Fireware v12.11.1 release, now operates effectively for all Firebox users.

End-of-Sale Announcement for Firebox T45 (Non-PoE/Non-WiFi)

WatchGuard Technologies is announcing the end-of-sale (EOS) date for the Firebox T45 model. The T45 model will be replaced by the T45-PoE, which offers identical performance and functionality but also includes one PoE port. Effective April 1, 2025, the T45 will no longer be available for purchase...

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WatchGuard Beta Program

As a WatchGuard partner or customer with an active account, you can join our software beta program to experience our products in the early stages, and give your feedback to influence the course of development.


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End of Life Policy

WatchGuard will periodically announce End-of-Sale and End-of-Life life cycle milestone information along with migration recommendations for our valued customers.


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Product Certifications

WatchGuard security solutions are well-designed, easily deployed, and rigorously tested. We regularly submit our products for third-party evaluation to ensure we meet all industry standards.