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Viscosity For Mac & Windows: Version 1.7.13

Viscosity version 1.7.13 is now available for both Mac and Windows! This version includes security and performance enhancements for the Windows release, an updated version of OpenSSL, and a number of small tweaks and improvements for both platforms.

Previously version 1.7.8 of Viscosity for Mac introduced sandboxing and privilege deescalation of the OpenVPN process for added security. These security features help to protect against possible future threats that could arise against OpenVPN itself, both local and remote. We're pleased to announce that the 1.7.13 update has added these features to the Windows version as well. This all happens behind the scenes, and shouldn't have any noticeable effect on your VPN connections.

The Windows version also includes reworked PKCS#11 support for improved library loading and token support, and a 64-bit build of OpenVPN. The Mac version also includes a number of improvements to its main menu for improved functionality, as well as a number of small tweaks to keep OpenVPN connections running smoothly.


Version 1.7.13 Mac Release Notes:

improved
Improves compatibility with menu bar managers
improved
Improves main menu automatic resizing and positioning
updated
OpenSSL updated to version 1.0.2q
fixed
Avoids rapid reconnect attempts when a local TLS error occurs
fixed
Avoids potentially delaying a manual computer sleep when there are active connections
fixed
Workaround for potential DNS resolution errors when OpenVPN performs a reconnect
fixed
Various bug fixes and enhancements


Version 1.7.13 Windows Release Notes:

improved
Sandboxing of the OpenVPN process for added security
improved
Significant improvements to PKCS#11 device and driver handling
improved
OpenVPN is now a native 64-bit binary on x64 systems
updated
OpenSSL updated to version 1.0.2q
updated
VPN Network Adapter driver updated
updated
.NET 4.6.2 or later is now required
fixed
Various bug fixes and enhancements

The 1.7.13 update can be automatically installed from inside Viscosity, or downloaded and manually installed. For support with this version please visit our support section.