Imunify360, a leading security solution for Linux servers, has unveiled its highly anticipated version 8.0, promising significant improvements in memory and CPU efficiency. Designed to reinforce its standing as a top choice for web server protection, the new release caters even to resource-constrained environments.
Key Upgrades in Imunify360 v.8.0
Developed by CloudLinux, Imunify360 now features a revamped agent written in Go (Golang), a language renowned for its performance capabilities. This transition has resulted in substantial resource optimization:
- Reduced memory usage: Memory overhead has been cut to under 20 MB in most cases, down from the previous range of 100 MB to 300 MB.
- Lower CPU impact: Enhanced efficiency ensures smoother performance, even under heavy workloads.
- Support for minimal configurations: The solution can now operate on VPS systems with as little as 512 MB of RAM.
Seamless Automatic Upgrade
The version 8.0 update is being rolled out automatically to servers running Imunify360, requiring no manual intervention from administrators. According to the company, 80% of installations have already been updated, with full deployment expected by January 1, 2025. This seamless upgrade process ensures uninterrupted server security.
Core Features of Imunify360
Imunify360 has established itself as a comprehensive security platform, providing robust protection against a wide range of threats, including advanced attacks and zero-day vulnerabilities. Its standout features include:
1. Multi-layered protection:
- Web Application Firewall (WAF): Detects and blocks web-based attacks in real-time using advanced heuristics.
- Network Firewall: Prevents unauthorized network access.
- Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS): Scans logs and blocks IP addresses exhibiting malicious behavior.
2. Advanced malware scanning:
- Real-time and on-demand scanning to identify and eliminate malicious files.
- Database scanning to detect and remediate hidden malware injections.
3. Proactive defense:
- Monitors and blocks malicious PHP script executions before they can damage the server.
4. Centralized management:
- A unified dashboard provides insights into security events, allowing for whitelist/blacklist management and real-time monitoring.
5. Automatic updates and patching:
- Continuous updates to protect against known vulnerabilities and exploits.
Key Benefits of Imunify360
- Optimized resource usage: With version 8.0, Imunify360 delivers robust security while maintaining a minimal footprint, making it ideal for servers with limited resources.
- Proactive protection: Combines AI and machine learning to identify and mitigate threats in real time.
- Broad compatibility: Supports popular Linux distributions such as CentOS, Ubuntu, RHEL, and AlmaLinux, as well as control panels like cPanel, Plesk, and DirectAdmin.
- Collective defense: Employs herd immunity to share threat intelligence across all connected servers, strengthening protection for all users.
Looking Ahead
CloudLinux has reaffirmed its commitment to further optimizing Imunify360’s resource utilization and performance to provide customers with the best possible experience. With version 8.0, Imunify360 solidifies its position as an essential tool for safeguarding web servers in today’s complex security landscape.
