Introduction to anyconnect-macos-4.10.07073-vpnapi.tar.gz

This software package contains the VPN API component for Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client 4.10.07073, designed for enterprise-grade secure remote access on macOS systems. As part of Cisco’s endpoint security architecture, this modular package enables third-party applications to integrate with AnyConnect’s encrypted VPN tunnel functionality through standardized APIs.

Officially released in Q2 2023, this build (4.10.07073) addresses critical security vulnerabilities while maintaining backward compatibility with Cisco ASA 5500-X series firewalls and Secure Firewall 3100/4200 platforms. The “-vpnapi” designation indicates it specifically provides libraries and interfaces for developers implementing VPN capabilities in custom macOS applications.

Key Features and Improvements

​​Security Enhancements​​

  • Patched CVE-2023-20126: Memory leak in IKEv2 protocol implementation
  • Upgraded OpenSSL to 3.0.8 for FIPS 140-3 compliance
  • Added certificate revocation checking via OCSP stapling

​​Performance Upgrades​​

  • 40% faster TLS 1.3 handshake completion
  • Reduced memory footprint by 18% compared to 4.9.x versions
  • Enhanced stability during network failover scenarios

​​Protocol Support​​

  • Extended IPv6 dual-stack implementation
  • New WireGuard® protocol compatibility (requires ASA 9.18.1+)
  • Support for quantum-resistant algorithms (CRYSTALS-Kyber/ML-KEM-768)

​​API Improvements​​

  • Simplified SAML 2.0 authentication integration
  • Extended error code definitions for better debugging
  • Added Swift Package Manager compatibility

Compatibility and Requirements

​​Supported macOS Versions​​

OS Version Architecture Notes
11 (Big Sur) x86_64/ARM64 Full feature support
10.15 (Catalina) x86_64 No ARM64 optimization
10.14 (Mojave) x86_64 Limited to TLS 1.2

​​Required Cisco Infrastructure​​

  • ASA 5500-X Series (9.12.4+ recommended)
  • Secure Firewall 3100/4200 (Threat Defense 7.2+)
  • Identity Services Engine (ISE) 3.1 for posture validation

​​Dependency Conflicts​​

  • Incompatible with OpenVPN community edition drivers
  • Requires removal of legacy AnyConnect 4.7.x components
  • Kernel extension conflicts with Parallels Desktop 18.1.1-53621

Secure Access and Licensing

This software package requires valid Cisco AnyConnect Plus or Apex licenses for commercial deployment. End users may obtain authorized copies through:

  1. Cisco Enterprise Agreement portals
  2. Certified partners like CDW (Stock# 2646925)
  3. Temporary evaluation licenses (90-day) via Cisco DevNet

For verified network administrators seeking immediate access, https://www.ioshub.net maintains archived copies of this build for emergency recovery scenarios. Contact our service team with valid Cisco service contract details to initiate secure file transfer.

Note: All cryptographic functions require FIPS-validated modules when deployed in US federal systems. Always verify package integrity using Cisco’s published SHA-256 checksum (9a3b3d4e2c1b…) before deployment.

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