Flow Network Security Next-Gen version 5.0.1 is now available, bringing several key enhancements and improvements to your network security experience.
Review the detailed release notes before deploying any product updates.
What's New
- Cisco ACI Integration: Flow Network Security Next-Gen now integrates seamlessly with Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), expanding your microsegmentation capabilities.
- Single-Stack Architecture: This release features a single-stack architecture, resulting in better resource utilization and higher performance compared to dual-stack configurations.
Compatibility Requirements
To ensure a smooth experience, make sure your environment meets the following compatibility requirements:
- AOS version 6.10
- AHV version 20230302.100173
- Prism Central version pc.2024.2.0.x
- Network Controller version 3.0.0 or later
Known Issues
While we've made significant improvements, we're aware of a couple of issues to watch out for:
- Default quarantine policies for VLAN policy scope may not be created if Flow Microsegmentation is enabled via API before Network Controller is enabled (NET-17450)
- Importing a large number of policies (especially those with 4000 service groups or more) may lead to an out-of-memory condition for the Flow service (NET-18440)
Deployment Highlights
This release supports various deployment scenarios, including VLAN only, VPC only, and mixed environments. For detailed instructions on installation and prerequisites, refer to the full release notes document.
By addressing these key areas, Flow Network Security Next-Gen 5.0.1 aims to provide a more robust and efficient network security solution for your organization.