New: Redesigned UI
The user interface of the Management Console has been fully redesigned to reflect modern design standards and account for all the feedback our customers have given us throughout the years.
New: PowerShell cmdlets
Netwrix Password Policy Enforcer now includes a set of PowerShell cmdlets that enable administrators to easily manage policy, generate reports, and check the health of Netwrix Password Policy Enforcer from PowerShell in both interactive and automated ways.
New: Support Tools
Additional support tools have been added to allow administrators to check the health of the Netwrix Password Policy Enforcer and audit the version of each installation from one location. This allows customers to quickly identify any problems and keep their Netwrix Password Policy Enforcer installation up to date.
New: Updated Installer
The Netwrix Password Policy Enforcer QuickStart Wizard has been replaced with MSI packages for easier installation and upgrade of the client and the server.
New: Netwrix Password Policy Enforcer Web
PPE Web is now available as a Password Policy Enforcer feature. PPE Web enables users to change their Windows domain passwords from a web browser and integrates with Netwrix Password Policy Enforcer to enforce customizable password policies and assist users in selecting compliant passwords.
Enhancement: Updated policy templates
The out-of-the-box policy templates have been updated to reflect recent changes in different compliance standards. Old templates will still be available, and customers’ current policies will not be changed as part of this update.
Enhancement: Compatibility
- Deprecation of 32-bit server installations – The product now only supports 64-bit server installations.
- Currently supported Password Policy Server platforms – 64-bit Windows 10, 11 and Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022.
- Currently supported Password Policy Client platforms – 32-bit Windows 10 and 64-bit Windows 10, 11, and Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022.
Bug Fix List
For a list of bugs fixed in this version, see the Password Policy Enforcer v11.0 Bug Fix List.