To improve security, RU10 now requires a site-level default password for client uninstallation or stopping by default. While this is the recommended "best practice" security posture, administrators can disable this requirement in the SEPM settings to facilitate automated mass-uninstalls via PowerShell or CLI scripts.
Source: Internal lab testing (results may vary by hardware).
Described as "resource intensive" during scans by some users, though recent updates have aimed to make it run lighter in the background.
Unlike major version upgrades (e.g., 14.3 to 15.x), RU releases focus on stability, vulnerability fixes, and feature refinements without altering the core architecture. However, RU10 is unique because it introduces several forward-looking capabilities designed to bridge the gap between on-premises control and cloud-speed threat intelligence.
: Known for higher-than-average CPU/RAM usage during intensive tasks. Robust Self-Defense : Hardened against unauthorized uninstallation. Support Challenges
During installation or upgrade, you must now set a site-level default client password to prevent unauthorized stopping or uninstallation of the software. Script-Based Malware Scanning:
Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) version (build 14.3.12154.10000) was released on February 3, 2025 . This update focuses on enhancing on-premises management capabilities, strengthening client-side security through mandatory password enforcement, and expanding operating system support. What’s New in 14.3 RU10 The primary highlights of this release update include: