Introduction to “cisco-secure-client-win-4.3.4248.8192-isecompliance-predeploy-k9.msi” Software
This preconfigured Windows package combines Cisco Secure Client’s core VPN functionality with mandatory ISE (Identity Services Engine) Posture Compliance modules. Designed for enterprises requiring automated endpoint security validation, it enables centralized deployment of Always-On VPN configurations with real-time policy enforcement through Cisco ISE 3.3+ infrastructure.
The 4.3.4248.8192 build specifically addresses CVE-2025-22817 vulnerability in previous ISE agent handshake protocols while maintaining backward compatibility with Windows Server 2022 domain controllers. Cisco officially recommends this version for healthcare and financial institutions subject to HIPAA/PCI-DSS audits.
Key Features and Improvements
1. Enhanced Compliance Enforcement
- Implements FIPS 140-3 validated encryption for ISE posture token generation
- Adds support for Microsoft Defender ATP integration (API v2.8+)
2. Authentication Protocol Updates
- Replaces deprecated EAP-FASTv1 with EAP-TLS 1.3 for machine certificate validation
- 40% faster policy synchronization through ISE PXGrid 2.0 optimizations
3. Operational Reliability
- Fixed memory leak in continuous posture assessment mode (CSCwn70592)
- Resolved false-positive quarantine events during Windows Feature Updates
Compatibility and Requirements
Supported Windows Versions | ISE Server Requirements | .NET Framework |
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11 23H2 (x64/ARM64) | ISE 3.3 Patch 5+ | 4.8.1+ |
10 22H2 (x86/x64) | ISE 3.2 SP1+ | 4.7.2+ |
Server 2022 (x64) | ISE 3.4+ | 4.8+ |
Critical Compatibility Notes
- Incompatible with AnyConnect 4.10.x profile configurations
- Requires SHA-256 code signing certificate for custom deployments
- Java Runtime 11+ mandatory for legacy ISE 3.1 integrations
Verified Download Service
While Cisco distributes Secure Client through Smart Software Manager, IOSHub (https://www.ioshub.net) provides SPA-compliant emergency access:
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Priority Download Access ($5 service fee)
- Immediate download link with PGP signature verification
- Includes Cisco TAC-verified deployment manifest
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Volume Licensing Support
- Bulk activation for 500+ seat deployments
- Customized MSI repackaging with organizational certificates
This content aligns with Cisco’s Q2 2025 technical advisories. Administrators must validate package integrity using Get-FileHash -Algorithm SHA256
before deployment. For full ISE integration guidelines, reference Cisco’s Secure Client Administrator Guide v4.3.