Veeam Software has announced the release of Veeam Data Platform v12.3, introducing new cybersecurity tools, AI-driven reporting, and expanded backup capabilities. The latest update strengthens enterprise data resilience by focusing on identity and access management (IAM), threat detection, and cloud integration.
Key Enhancements in Veeam Data Platform v12.3
- Microsoft Entra ID Backup: The new release includes support for Microsoft Entra ID, providing swift recovery from cyber threats, accidental misconfigurations, and system failures. This ensures business continuity by protecting both on-premises Active Directory and cloud-based Entra ID environments.
- Cyber Threat Analysis Tools: Veeam has integrated proactive threat assessment capabilities, including:
- Recon Scanner: Detects adversary tactics and techniques before an attack occurs, leveraging patent-pending technology from Coveware.
- IoC Tools Scanner: Alerts users to indicators of compromise (IoC), helping to reduce the time required to detect and respond to cyber threats.
- Veeam Threat Hunter: Uses machine learning and heuristic analysis to identify dormant malware in backup files, updating detection models multiple times per day.
- Nutanix AHV Protection: The platform now offers full Nutanix AHV backup with application-aware processing, inline threat detection, and enhanced data observability.
- Veeam Data Cloud Vault Integration: Version 12.3 integrates Veeam Data Cloud Vault v2 for secure, immutable, and offsite backup storage. Built on Microsoft Azure, the service supports Zero Trust Data Resilience (ZDTR) standards, helping organizations meet the 3-2-1-1-0 backup rule.
- AI-Powered Reporting with Veeam Intelligence: The latest release enhances reporting and risk assessment with generative AI, allowing IT teams to optimize backup performance and proactively address potential risks.
Industry Perspective
Veeam CEO Anand Eswaran emphasized the importance of integrating identity protection with proactive threat analysis, stating, “Security starts with identity and authentication, which is why providing backup for Microsoft Entra ID is an important addition to Veeam Data Platform v12.3. Enterprises need a comprehensive strategy that not only protects data but ensures resilience.”
With growing concerns over ransomware and data breaches, the new enhancements aim to provide businesses with greater confidence in their data security and recovery capabilities.
Veeam Data Platform v12.3 is now available. More details can be found at www.veeam.com.
