Synology has released a new update for Active Backup for Business (ABB) – Version 2.7.1-23234. This latest version brings enhanced macOS compatibility, critical security fixes, and improvements for virtual machine restoration. If you’re using DSM 7.2, this update is essential for keeping your backup environment secure and reliable.
What’s New?
Support for macOS Sequoia 15
Good news for macOS users! With this update, Active Backup for Business now fully supports macOS Sequoia 15, ensuring a seamless backup and restoration experience for Apple devices. This improvement enhances compatibility, making it easier to manage macOS backups within your Synology environment.
Fixed Issues & Security Enhancements
Keeping your backup environment secure is a top priority. This update addresses several key vulnerabilities and bug fixes:
General Security Fixes
🔹 SQL Injection Vulnerability Patched
- This fix prevents potential security threats where malicious SQL queries could manipulate the database, protecting sensitive backup data.
🔹 Heap-Based & Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Fixes
- Vulnerabilities related to buffer overflows have been resolved, reducing the risk of system crashes or unauthorized code execution.
🔹 File Access & Modification Security Patch
- A critical security fix now prevents unauthorized access, creation, modification, and deletion of backup files, ensuring your data remains protected.
Fix for Virtual Machine Restorations
🔹 Virtual Machine Recovery Stability Improved
- Users previously reported issues when restoring virtual machines, where the process could unexpectedly fail. This update resolves that issue, making VM restoration more reliable within ABB.
Staged Rollout – What You Need to Know
This update is being gradually rolled out to users, so if you don’t see it yet, it should be available soon. Keeping Active Backup for Business updated ensures that your system is protected from security threats and continues running smoothly.
Why You Should Update Now
If you’re using Active Backup for Business, this update is crucial for:
✅ Enhanced security – Fixes for SQL injection, buffer overflows, and file access vulnerabilities.
✅ Improved macOS support – Ensuring seamless backups for macOS Sequoia 15.
✅ Reliable virtual machine restoration – No more unexpected failures when recovering VMs.
📌 Next Steps: Check your DSM 7.2 system for the update and install it as soon as it’s available!
Have you installed this update yet? Share your experience in the comments below!
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