Webinar: Accelerating the Customer Cloud Journey with appCURE

Webinar: Accelerating the Customer Cloud Journey with appCURE

Feb 8, 2023 | Events

As businesses continue to navigate the challenges of digital transformation, finding effective solutions to modernize their application estate has become increasingly important. To help address this need, appCURE is offering a unique solution that can accelerate the customer cloud journey and transform the application landscape.

What is appCURE?

appCURE is a leading application transformation platform that is based on the CURE (Capture, Update, Remediate, Execute) process. The company’s focus is on solving customer challenges with applications and enabling delivery at a faster pace, shifting the time to production from years to months for both digital workspaces and server workloads. The appCURE portfolio provides a range of capabilities, including the creation of multiple package format types, like MSIX, app attach, and VMware App Volumes, and a Studio for automating administration tasks around dynamic application transformation and delivery.

How appCURE Can Help

By partnering with appCURE, businesses can take advantage of its leading processes and methodologies to modernize their application estate and increase the time to value for solutions such as MSIX app attach with AVD or migration to Intune for W365 and modern management. The appCURE process consists of four core pillars: Capture, Update, Remediate, and Execute. The platform allows businesses to find the installed parts of the application and capture them, compare differences between the current state and the target operating system, remediate any errors and apply fixes, and deliver the application to their chosen vendor/platform.

Who Should Attend the Webinar

The upcoming UK Partner Webinar on March 08, 2023 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM GMT+00:00 is an opportunity for Alliance Managers, Practice Leads, Sales and Presales Leads, Technical Roles, and Level 200 to learn more about appCURE and its benefits. The webinar will feature Jim Moyle (Senior Program Manager – AVD), Steve (CEO), and Ryan (CTO) from appCURE, who will introduce the company and discuss and demo how it can help accelerate the customer cloud journey.

Conclusion

As businesses look to modernize their application estate and make the transition to the cloud, appCURE offers a unique and effective solution. By utilizing the appCURE process, businesses can reduce the time to production, increase the time to value for solutions and create the most optimal and best-utilised environments for their digital workspace. If you’re interested in learning more about appCURE and how it can help your business, be sure to register for the UK Partner Webinar on March 08, 2023.

 

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appCURE and VMware Workspace ONE: A Modern Management Solution

appCURE and VMware Workspace ONE: A Modern Management Solution

Feb 7, 2023 | News

appCURE and VMware Workspace ONE: A Modern Management Solution

 appCURE has announced its integration with VMware Workspace ONE. This integration is aimed at modernizing desktop management for customers and providing a faster, simpler and more efficient solution for delivering MSIX applications.

With this integration, appCURE has added several key capabilities, including the ability to convert SCCM packages into MSIX, capture applications and package them into Workspace ONE, create certificates, sign packages and perform smoke testing of MSIX applications. The appCURE CURE process, which stands for Capture, Update, Remediate & Execute, allows clients to update older applications and operating systems while future proofing against potential problems and reducing project timelines.

VMware Workspace ONE provides a complete PC lifecycle management solution, including deployment and onboarding, policies and patching, software delivery, security, and support for end users. This unified endpoint management software offers full modern application lifecycle management, including the delivery of any type of application to Windows devices.

This integration between appCURE and VMware Workspace ONE offers a unique solution for customers who want to modernize their desktop management. With the speed of appCURE and the modern management capabilities of Workspace ONE, customers can have their applications transitioned quickly and projects completed faster, reducing time and costs.

In conclusion, appCURE and VMware Workspace ONE provide a modern management solution that allows customers to manage their desktop PCs with ease. The integration offers several key capabilities that allow for the efficient delivery of MSIX applications, reducing project timelines and modernizing desktop management.

With the recent release of the appCURE volumes manager (volMGR) for VMware App Volumes and now supporting VMware Workspace One for MSIX, appCURE has made it easier for customers to migrate and manage their applications with greater efficiency and flexibility. The integration of appCURE volMGR tool and appCURE STUDIO provides a comprehensive solution for organisations to optimize their application delivery process and ensure smooth transitions from SCCM to App Volumes and MSIX.

If you’re interested in learning more about appCURE’s capabilities and how they can help you streamline your application delivery process, visit their website at www.appcure.io or reach out at info@appcure.io. With appCURE, you’ll have a reliable partner to help you simplify and optimize your application delivery process.

 Further information:

Press release

Integration page

 

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A Summary of the Security Risks Associated with MSI Installers

A Summary of the Security Risks Associated with MSI Installers

Feb 6, 2023 | Articles

MSI (Microsoft Installer) is a popular package format for installing Windows applications, but it also brings potential security threats to your organisation and data. In this guide, we’ll explore the most common security risks associated with MSI installers:

  • Malicious MSI Packages:
    • Cybercriminals can disguise malicious packages as legitimate software and trick users into downloading and installing malware.
    • This can result in data theft, unauthorized access to sensitive information, or full control of the infected device.
  • Unsigned MSI Files:
    • Anybody, including malicious actors, can create unsigned MSI files.
    • Installing an unsigned MSI file exposes your system to security risks.
  • Malicious Installation Information:
    • MSI files can contain executable code, registry entries, and other settings that can be used to launch malicious attacks or compromise the security of your system.
    • Attackers can use MSI files to install malware or other malicious software.
  • Limited Security Features:
  • MSI files lack the ability to natively encrypt the installer or restrict package modification, making it easier for attackers to access its contents.

To minimize these risks, organizations are recommended to use MSIX whenever possible. MSIX provides a more secure environment for installing and running Windows applications, offering better security features such as:

  • Signing the MSIX package
  • Using container technology to run applications and prevent malicious code execution.

In conclusion, while MSI installers offer convenience and efficiency, they also come with security risks. By using MSIX, organizations can reduce these threats and safeguard their devices and data. It’s also important to follow best practices such as:

  • Downloading MSI files from a reputable source, such as the official website of the software vendor.
  • Keeping software and operating systems updated to prevent exploits.
  • Using endpoint protection and antivirus software to protect against malicious MSI packages.

 

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The Importance of Repackaging Apps in MSIX Format for Improved Security

The Importance of Repackaging Apps in MSIX Format for Improved Security

Feb 3, 2023 | Articles

In today’s digital landscape, security is a top concern for businesses of all sizes. The rise of remote work and the increasing use of cloud-based apps has made it even more critical to protect sensitive information. One effective way to improve the security of business apps is to repackage them in the MSIX format.

MSIX is a modern application package format that provides a secure and reliable way to install, update, and manage applications on Windows 10, 11 devices and Windows Server 2022. This format has several benefits over traditional installation methods, including:

Improved security: MSIX apps are protected by Windows security features, including SmartScreen and Windows Defender, which help prevent malware infections and reduce the risk of data breaches. Additionally, MSIX supports compliance with industry security standards, such as Cyber Essentials, by providing a secure and managed container for apps and addressing key security principles such as boundary firewalls and internet gateways, secure configuration, access control, malware protection, and patch management.

Simplified deployment: MSIX apps can be easily deployed and managed through the Microsoft Store for Business and enterprise delivery technologies like Microsoft Intune, VMware Workspace One and AppVentiX, which eliminate the need for manual installations and reduce the risk of configuration errors.

Additionally, migrating to MSIX enables dynamic application delivery (MSIX app attach), allowing enterprises to deploy and manage applications centrally to the users who need each specific app without installing every app on the master image. Businesses can use the likes of Azure Virtual Desktop, AppVentiX, Nerdio, VMware App Volumes and Parallels RAS to deliver applications in the MSIX app attach format to users.

Streamlined updates: MSIX apps can be updated automatically through the Microsoft Store for Business and other supported MSIX enterprise app management solutions, ensuring that users have the latest version of the app with the latest security updates and bug fixes.

Sandboxing: The MSIX format also provides a sandboxing capability, which isolates the app from the underlying operating system (container), reducing the risk of malware infections and other security threats. The sandbox container provides limited access to system resources, including read access to the global file and registry of the device. This helps to prevent the app from making unauthorized changes to the system or accessing sensitive information. MSIX images (MSIX app attach) mount to the virtual desktop as read-only, which further helps tighten the grip on security.

Code signing Certificates: code signing certificates with MSIX packages are a mandatory requirement to enable installation. This can add a level of trust to the apps you use, which is important in the context of enterprise app deployment. The certificate helps to verify the authenticity of the MSIX package and that it has not been altered or infected by malware. This provides extra protection for sensitive information and reduces the risk of security breaches. Additionally, code-signing certificates can help ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. This can provide peace of mind for businesses and their customers, as they know that the applications they are using are secure and trustworthy.

Legacy apps: Legacy applications can pose a significant security risk as they may not have been updated to address the latest security threats. By packaging legacy apps into MSIX format, organizations can ensure that they have a secure, containerized version of the application. Sealing is a term we use at appCURE for packaging old applications into an MSIX. Sealing an application into the MSIX package means the application will not change and will not receive future updates. Sealing into an MSIX reduces the risk of security vulnerabilities. MSIX helps businesses meet industry security standards and reduces the risk of security breaches, even when faced with legacy applications that need to be maintained for archival or other reasons during modernization projects.

In conclusion, repackaging business apps in MSIX format provides numerous security benefits and helps businesses stay ahead of potential security threats. By using MSIX, companies can simplify their application deployment and management while ensuring their sensitive information is protected and aligned with industry standards such as Cyber Essentials. It’s time to make the switch to MSIX and take control of your app security today.

 

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Why appCURE’s Running Capture Can Help Businesses Migrate to Modern Operating Systems

Why appCURE’s Running Capture Can Help Businesses Migrate to Modern Operating Systems

Jan 30, 2023 | Articles

The world of technology is constantly evolving, and businesses must keep up with the latest advancements to remain competitive, operational and secure. As technology advances, the speed at which new versions of Operating systems have increased. This also means that the deprecation of older versions is much quicker, reducing the lifetime in which an organisation would remain on a specific operating system version.  

One of the major changes in recent years is the move to modern operating systems, such as Windows 10, from older systems like Windows 7. However, migrating to a new operating system can be a daunting task for businesses, especially when preserving existing software and configurations. This is where appCURE’s Running Capture technology comes in.

appCURE’s Running Capture allows businesses to easily capture current system information, applications and configurations, enabling you to migrate to a new operating system. This eliminates the need to manually reinstall applications and reconfigure settings, saving businesses both time and resources.

appCURE offers both MSI and MSIX packaging formats for transformed packages, allowing businesses to choose the format that best fits their needs and environment. The MSI format is a tried and tested format that has been around for many years, while the MSIX format is a newer, more modern format that offers additional benefits, such as improved security, compatibility, and distribution. By offering both formats, appCURE enables businesses to choose the format that best meets their needs, whether they want the reliability and stability of MSI or the benefits of MSIX.

One common challenge businesses face is finding installation media and knowing what to do when installation media is lost or application documentation is missing. appCURE’s Running capture helps businesses solve the missing installation media challenge.

In addition to streamlining the migration process, Running Capture also helps businesses minimize downtime and avoid any potential loss of data or productivity. By capturing only the required inflexion points of each specific application, businesses can be sure that components and settings will be migrated, ensuring a smooth transition to the new operating system.

Another key benefit of Running Capture is that it supports both physical, virtual and cloud environments, making it a versatile solution for businesses of all sizes. Whether you are running a single server or multiple virtual machines, Running Capture can help you quickly and efficiently migrate to a modern operating system.

Finally, appCURE’s Running Capture technology is designed to be IT admin-friendly, allowing all technical users to manage the migration process easily. With a simple and intuitive interface, businesses can quickly and easily migrate to a new operating system with minimal disruption to their daily operations.

In summary, appCURE’s Running Capture technology helps businesses migrate to modern operating systems such as Windows 10, 11 and Server 2022. The technology captures current system information, applications, and configurations, enabling a smooth migration without manual reinstallation and reconfiguration, saving time and resources. appCURE offers MSI and MSIX packaging format outputs supporting physical, virtual, and cloud environments. The solution is IT admin-friendly with a simple interface and minimizes downtime, ensuring a smooth transition to the new operating system. Migrating to a new operating system has never been easier, thanks to appCURE’s Running Capture technology.

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