Announcement: Check Point R81.20 - Recommended Release

[MatanYanay]

Hi Everyone,

We are thrilled to announce that Check Point "Titan" R81.20, launched in November 2022, is now the recommended version for all customers. This release marks a significant milestone in our commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions that protect your networks, data, and businesses against emerging cyber threats.

What does the “recommended” version mean?

The recommended version indicates that "Titan" R81.20 is deployed on thousands of gateways worldwide and is the most suitable option for a wide range of customer use-cases.

Note: The recommended version is R81.20 with its latest recommended Jumbo Hotfix Accumulator

What are the key benefits of upgrading to "Titan" R81.20 release?

The key benefits include:

• Improved Performance: Experience up to a 3x boost in performance for heavy connections, such as file transfers and database backups, along with a 50% increase in TLS encrypted traffic inspection performance.
• New AI-powered Security Blades: Access three new AI-powered Security Blades, including DNS Security, Zero-Day Anti-Phishing, and IoT Security, enhancing your security capabilities.
• Integrated SD-WAN: Optimize user experience with sub-second recovery for video conferencing applications through integrated SD-WAN functionality.
• Cloud-powered Management Services: Leverage new cloud-powered management services, such as cloud logging with Horizon Events, detection and response with Horizon XDR/XPR, and automated response playbooks with Horizon Playblocks.
• Extended Support Period: Enjoy an extended support period until November 2026, providing peace of mind and continued protection.

How can customers upgrade to this release?

Follow the upgrade instructions in the Check Point Support Center: sk173903

Quantum “Titan” R81.20 page:

https://www.checkpoint.com/quantum/unified-cyber-security-platform/

Two 4-min videos that discuss key release capabilities and benefits:

• Blocks Zero-Day DNS & Phishing Attacks  https://youtu.be/7bMVD973Q_4
• Cloud Services, IoT Security, Firewall Performance Boost https://youtu.be/zI_30bhHPqQ

We would like to take this opportunity to remind you that Quantum R80.40 release is approaching it’s end of support in January 2024. We recommend that you upgrade your systems at your earliest convenience.

We believe that upgrading to Check Point "Titan" R81.20 is a crucial step to strengthen your organization's security posture and take advantage of the latest performance and feature enhancements. Should you require any assistance or have further questions, our dedicated team of experts is ready to support you throughout the upgrade process. Find our support contact details here.

Best Regards

Release Operations Group

[the_rock]

I knew those sks from before, but they dont mention S1C at all, so my educated guess is that its not supported at the moment, but does not hurt to try.

Best,

Andy

[genisis__]

The SK are supposed to deal with part 1 only which is DMS to SMS, the S1C part is part II ie. from SMS to S1C.

[the_rock]

Got it! That makes sense...well, hope it works.

Andy