A preview of the exciting features and improvements planned for PacketFence version 5, scheduled for release in 2015.
As we approach the end of 2014, we want to share an update on the projects we’ve been working on at Inverse for PacketFence.
PacketFence v5 Roadmap
The upcoming PacketFence v5 release represents a major milestone for the project. We’ve been working on several significant enhancements that will transform how organizations deploy and manage network access control.
Planned Features
Fingerbank Integration
Version 5 will include deep integration with Fingerbank, our device profiling project. This enables accurate identification of devices connecting to your network, essential for BYOD and IoT security.
Enhanced Web Administration
The administrative interface is being redesigned for improved usability and modern workflows. Administrators will find it easier to configure and monitor their PacketFence deployment.
Performance Improvements
Significant optimizations are underway to improve PacketFence’s scalability and performance in large enterprise deployments.
New Authentication Methods
Additional authentication mechanisms will be supported, providing more flexibility for integrating with existing identity infrastructure.
Timeline
We’re targeting an early 2015 release for PacketFence v5. Stay tuned for more details as we finalize the feature set.
Community Feedback
We welcome feedback from our community on desired features. Contact us with your suggestions for PacketFence v5 and beyond.
Happy holidays from the Inverse team!