linux security 64 licensing

fused

I can't understand why it's so complicated to get a clear price structure for your products.

We'd like to have a command line scanner but understanding the license needed for that is beyond achievable. It seems like everyone is trying to upsell us.

I talked to a sales rep and was told it's only possible to have it running through Policy Manager package generation and that "cloud" version supports only Win and Mac. But that isn't true.

Right on your Linux Security page, below downloads section, there's an invitation to "Say Hello to Elements!". So I did exactly that, requesting a trial, logging into web UI, going to downloads page, downloading RPM and installing and activating according to docs. It works and no Package Manager on Windows is needed! Host also appeared in the list of Devices in web UI.

Which leads me to believe I'm being tricked. Again, what license do we need that won't cost a fortune and a half?

Another thing I noticed is the confusion between versions. Linux Security v16 on Package Manager 15 running linux security 64 being itself v12 with minor release 345 or wtf is that. It's confusing as hell. And how do I see info on downloaded bases, how fresh they are? Take a look at your rivals ease of use cli:

$ drweb-ctl baseinfo

Core engine version: 7.00.61.08090

Virus database timestamp: 2023-Nov-30 12:11:35

Virus database fingerprint: 96FA719AA63236DE979CE5F747755B1C

Virus databases loaded: 307

Virus records: 12010918

Anti-spam core is not loaded

Last successful update: 2023-Nov-30 14:42:33

Next scheduled update: 2023-Nov-30 15:12:34

It's clear as day.

Sethu Laks

Hi @fused

Thank you for reaching out the WithSecure Community,

We would like to extend our sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused by the lack of information regarding our Linux packages, as well as any miscommunication from our sales representative. We want to assure you that we have two options available:

1. Linux Security64: This package is part of our Business Suites and requires the Policy Manager to create the package specifically for Linux Security64.
2. Linux Protection: This package is included in our Elements Endpoint Protection solution, and you can directly install it using your subscription.

To make things easier, we've provided a link below where you can find more information about the command-line options for both products in the user guide's page. Feel free to check it out!

For Linux Secruity64: https://www.withsecure.com/userguides/product.html#business/linux-security-64/latest/en/concept_A48C2B8B9D004BEF81ADE79E1827FFA3-latest-en

For Linux Protection: https://www.withsecure.com/userguides/product.html#business/linux-protection/latest/en/concept_A48C2B8B9D004BEF81ADE79E1827FFA3-latest-en

To view the release notes for the latest version of the product (available in English only), click here.

I hope the information provided above proves helpful to you. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to respond, and we'll be happy to assist you further.

Best regards,
Sethu
Community Moderator | Technical Support Engineer
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