WatchGuard AP Firmware 2.6: Enhanced Security with PPSK
WatchGuard Access Point firmware 2.6 delivers critical security updates and an exciting new feature. This update supports the Private Pre-Shared Key (PPSK) feature on an SSID that uses WPA2 Personal security and includes various bug fixes. Keeping your firmware up-to-date ensures optimal access point performance and benefits from the latest features to address evolving network needs.
View the WatchGuard Cloud release notes for detailed information on the new features, enhancements, and resolved issues in firmware version 2.6.
Key New Features
- Private Pre-Shared Key (PPSK)
PPSK is a security feature that allows you to assign unique passwords to individual wireless clients on a WPA2 Personal network. Instead of sharing a single password with multiple users, you can provide each user with their own private password. This enhances security by limiting the impact of a compromised password to a single user rather than affecting the entire network. PPSK is particularly useful for guest networks, as it allows you to assign temporary passwords to guests without compromising the security of your main network.
Supported Devices
Wi-Fi 6 models: AP130, AP230W, AP330, AP332CR, AP430CR, and AP432.
How to Upgrade
Firmware upgrades are included with active WatchGuard support subscriptions. The most straightforward approach is to use WatchGuard Cloud to schedule upgrades for one or many access points. In addition, you can download the applicable package from the WatchGuard Software Download Center.
More Information
For questions, please reach out to your local WatchGuard representative. If you contact WatchGuard Technical Support, please have your registered appliance Serial Number or Partner ID available.
