Release Notes (2026-02-17)

This section lists the new features, enhancements, bug fixes, and components available in the latest version of SonicWall Cloud Secure Edge (CSE) (formerly Banyan Security)

  • Updated on Feb 20, 2026

Review past release notes here.

Current limitations (and workarounds) of the Cloud Secure Edge can be found here.

Generally Available Features

  • Force re-authentication support for SAML:

    • Admins can now use a toggle in the SAML IDP settings to enable force re-authentication.
    • When enabled, users must re-enter credentials (i.e., password and MFA) each time they log into the CSE app or access a federated SaaS app.
    • Hosted Websites will require authentication only once per active session.

Enhancements and Updates

  • Cloud Secure Edge desktop app re-branding:

    • Code signing certificate is now SonicWall branded
    • App executable names, package names, service names, and directory names are now SonicWall Cloud Secure Edge branded.
    • For Zero Touch installations on desktop app v. 4.0.0 or later, admins should use this desktop app installer for mdm.

Bug Fixes

  • fix Application Check Trust Factor not updating in real time.
  • fix A 3rd-party vulnerability scanner was producing false positives.


Component Versions

Client Components Server Components
Desktop App* v4.0.0 Netagent* v2.10.5
Mobile App v2.3.3 Connector v2.0.8
Chrome Extension v1.16.2 OVA Connector v2.0.8-5000-R138
  Windows Connector v2.0.8

* Updated in the latest release