Introduction to “cisco-secure-client-win-arm64-4.3.3685.8192-isecompliance-predeploy-k9.msi”
This predeployment package contains Cisco Secure Client’s ISE Compliance Module 4.3.3685.8192 specifically compiled for Windows devices running on ARM64 architecture. Designed for enterprise-scale deployments through Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) or Intune, it enables automated security posture validation for devices connecting to Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) networks.
The ARM64-optimized build targets Microsoft Surface Pro X and other Qualcomm Snapdragon-powered Windows devices, addressing growing enterprise demand for native ARM64 security compliance solutions. Released in Q1 2025 as part of Cisco Secure Client 4.3 Feature Set 3, this version introduces enhanced certificate chain validation workflows for Windows 11 ARM64 environments.
Key Features and Improvements
Compliance Verification Enhancements:
- SHA-384 certificate validation acceleration (35% faster than x64 emulation)
- Hardware-backed TPM 2.0 integration for secure credential storage
- Automated remediation workflows for 15+ common security policy violations
Security Framework Updates:
- FIPS 140-3 compliant cryptographic modules
- Post-quantum cryptography readiness with XMSS support
- Memory protection against buffer overflow exploits (CVE-2024-20358 mitigation)
Enterprise Management Capabilities:
- Silent deployment parameters for Microsoft Autopilot
- Group Policy Object (GPO) templates for Azure Active Directory
- JSON-based configuration profiles for DevOps pipelines
Compatibility and Requirements
| Component | Supported Versions |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 11 23H2 ARM64 Windows Server 2022 ARM64 |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3/4 Microsoft SQ3 |
| Security Chip | TPM 2.0 with firmware 1.59+ |
| ISE Platforms | Cisco ISE 3.3 Patch 1+ Cisco ISE-PIC 3.0+ |
| Dependencies | .NET Framework 4.8.1 Windows Subsystem for Linux 2.0 |
Compatibility Notes:
- Incompatible with third-party VPN clients using TAP-Windows 9.21.2 or earlier
- Requires TLS 1.3 enforcement for ISE communications
- Limited support for legacy NTLMv1 authentication protocols
Enterprise Deployment Access
Organizations with active Cisco ISE subscriptions can obtain “cisco-secure-client-win-arm64-4.3.3685.8192-isecompliance-predeploy-k9.msi” through Cisco’s Secure Client Component Manager. For verified access to this ARM64 compliance module and associated deployment guides, visit iOSHub.NET to coordinate with certified network security specialists.
Technical support requires valid Smart Account licensing through Cisco Software Central. Critical security updates for this compliance module will be maintained until Q3 2027 per Cisco’s extended lifecycle policy.
