# Version 4.2 - Release Notes & Bug Fixes **URL:** \ **Category:** Privilege Secure News\ **Created:** [April 9, 2024, 4:00am UTC](https://community.netwrix.com/t/version-4-2-release-notes-bug-fixes/262 "2024-04-09T04:00:00Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 1\ **Page:** 1
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The following information highlights the new and enhanced features introduced in this Netwrix Privilege Secure version v4.2 release. # Privilege Secure v4.2 - Enhanced Security and Auditing ## New: Obscured Passwords in Replay Viewer Protect sensitive information during session replays, ensuring compliance with stricter security regulations. See the [Replay Viewer Window](https://helpcenter.netwrix.com/bundle/PrivilegeSecure_4.2/page/Content/PrivilegeSecure/AccessManagement/Admin/Dashboard/Window/ReplayViewer.htm) topic for additional information. ## New: Proxy Auditing for SCP and SFTP Gain deeper visibility into privileged file transfer activities for a more comprehensive security posture. ## New: Granular AD Authentication Control Enable or disable “Other Login” (AD authentication) for more granular access control, minimizing potential security risks. See the [Set Authentication as Default Login](https://helpcenter.netwrix.com/bundle/PrivilegeSecure_4.2/page/Content/PrivilegeSecure/AccessManagement/Admin/Configuration/Page/Authentication.htm#Set) topic for additional information. ## Enhancement: Expanded SIEM Integration Leverage improved SIEM templates with additional variables for richer security data, enabling better threat detection and investigation. # Streamlined Workflows and User Experience ## New: Customizable Login Formats Create login account templates with custom formats, streamlining user provisioning and access management. See the [Activities Page](https://helpcenter.netwrix.com/bundle/PrivilegeSecure_4.2/page/Content/PrivilegeSecure/AccessManagement/Admin/Policy/Page/Activities.htm#Set) and [Login Account Templates](https://helpcenter.netwrix.com/bundle/PrivilegeSecure_4.2/page/Content/PrivilegeSecure/AccessManagement/Admin/Policy/ActivityLoginAccountTemplates.htm#Set) topics for additional information. ## New: “Delete Permanently” Option Provides a clear confirmation step when removing resources, preventing accidental data loss. See the [Remove Resource Window](https://helpcenter.netwrix.com/bundle/PrivilegeSecure_4.2/page/Content/PrivilegeSecure/AccessManagement/Admin/Policy/Window/Resources/RemoveResource.htm#Set) topic for additional information. ## New: Advanced Login Account Templates Expanded string manipulation functions and a name field increase to 20 characters offer greater flexibility in user provisioning. See the [Login Account Templates](https://helpcenter.netwrix.com/bundle/PrivilegeSecure_4.2/page/Content/PrivilegeSecure/AccessManagement/Admin/Policy/ActivityLoginAccountTemplates.htm#Set) topic for additional information. ## New: Optional Linux Software Scans Disable “Installed Software” functionality by default to optimize scans for specific use cases. ## New: Connect Account for Interactive App Launch Simplifies application launching by pre-configuring connection accounts. See the [Activities Page](https://helpcenter.netwrix.com/bundle/PrivilegeSecure_4.2/page/Content/PrivilegeSecure/AccessManagement/Admin/Policy/Page/Activities.htm#Set) topic for additional information. ## New: View Password on Set Password Allows users to confirm password entries during credential creation, reducing errors. See the [Manage Internal Service Accounts](https://helpcenter.netwrix.com/bundle/PrivilegeSecure_4.2/page/Content/PrivilegeSecure/AccessManagement/Admin/Policy/Window/Credentials/ManageInternalServiceAccount.htm#Set) topic for additional information. ## New: Customizable Connection Profiles Add custom input fields to connection profiles for improved data collection and organization. See the [Connection Profiles Page](https://helpcenter.netwrix.com/bundle/PrivilegeSecure_4.2/page/Content/PrivilegeSecure/AccessManagement/Admin/Policy/Page/ConnectionProfiles.htm) topic for additional information. ## Enhancement: Improved Scheduler Visibility The “Statistics” tab now precedes the “Action Queues” tab in Service Nodes for easier workflow management. See the [Scheduler Service](https://helpcenter.netwrix.com/bundle/PrivilegeSecure_4.2/page/Content/PrivilegeSecure/AccessManagement/Admin/Configuration/ServiceType/Scheduler.htm) topic for additional information. ## New: Out-of-the-box “Run AD Replication via PowerShell” Action Step Automates a common administrative task for improved efficiency. ## New: Credential Policy Overrides Enable credential groups to override platform-level credential schedules for more granular control over privileged credential life cycles. See the [Credential Policy Overrides Page](https://helpcenter.netwrix.com/bundle/PrivilegeSecure_4.2/page/Content/PrivilegeSecure/AccessManagement/Admin/Policy/Page/CredentialPolicyOverrides.htm#Set) topic for additional information. ## Bug Fix List See the [Netwrix\_PrivilegeSecure\_4.2\_BugFixList](https://community.netwrix.com/uploads/short-url/4RFNcH18cBXaAck2fynGW9tzWd8.pdf) PDF for a list of bugs fixed in this version.