Solutions
Why is it that the majority of the questions that are asked here are referred out to support with no resolution posted here? Isn't the object of this community to assist in quick fixes and ideas so that we don't have to wait on support to help us, and
Revoke Management password
How exactly do I navigate to where this is indicating to find my revoke management password?
OS Deployment: Preserve data partitions (don’t wipe the whole disk) + duplicate boot entries after deployment
Product/Module: ManageEngine Endpoint Central (Desktop Central) – OS Deployment Problem description: I’m trying to deploy Windows OS to client machines using OS Deployment, but I need a scenario where the entire disk is NOT formatted. My goal is: Do not
server icon from taskbar missing
The server icon in task bar is missing after updating to build 11.5.2613.09 Manage Engine Endpoint Central.
Threats&Patches: Upload Pending always remains empty
Hello, While it used to work, it doesn't do so for a while. When approving a patch in Threats & Patches/Applicable Patches followed by the text "(Manual Upload Required)", these patches used to show up in "Upload Pending". Unfortunately, this is no longer
Automatic patch installation does not respect the configured deployment time period
I have enabled automatic patch installation, but the deployment time period is not being respected. It is configured so that patches should only be installed between 12:00 and 13:00. However, the logs show that installations are happening at 14:00, 14:05,
Visual Studio update
I have a number of machines with visual studio installed, but EC doesnt detect that they need updates. has anyone got EC patching monthly Visual studio updates?
Endpoint Central Cloud API
Hi Does anyone know if the Endpoint Central Cloud API exposes a computers last reboot time & date? If so, would you point me in the right direction to the appropriate module? Thanks.
Endpoint Central Mac Agent — Apple Silicon native build planned before Rosetta 2 EOL?
With macOS 26.4 now showing warnings for Intel-based apps, I wanted to raise this with the community before it becomes urgent. The Endpoint Central UEMS agent is currently an Intel binary running via Rosetta 2 on Apple Silicon Macs. That's worked fine,
Wake On Lan - Best practices
Hi. I have schedule wake ups for a main office (about 500 equipments) + 4 branch offices (around 100 each). What is the best way to assure the WoL is successful? I am currently running 5 separate schedules, one for each. I notice that some target computers
Bug in Inventory refresh
Hi. I have a bug in Endpoint Central: Central Server : 11.5.2605.17 Distribution Server : 11.5.2605.16 When I enter an endpoint page https://<domain>/webclient#/uems/inventory/computers/24637 I see the various information about it. If I refresh the page
Endpoint Central DS support for QNAP...
It would be great if ManageEngine were to releqse support for the Distribution Server on the QNAP platform. There will be many sites, amongst your customers, who use QNAPs for remote/branch offices, without a local Windows server at the site. This will
Zero day Alert: Microsoft Defender Vulnerabilities (Actively Exploited)
Microsoft has disclosed two actively exploited zero-days affecting Microsoft Defender, including a privilege escalation flaw and a denial-of-service issue. The vulnerabilities have been patched in updated Defender Antimalware Platform releases, and organizations
Zero day alert: CVE-2026-45585
CVE-2026-45585 is a Windows security feature bypass zero-day vulnerability, publicly known as “YellowKey", that targets the protections provided by Microsoft BitLocker full-disk encryption. This vulnerability can allow an attacker with physical access
Announcement: Agent app 'ME MDM' will now be renamed to 'Self Service'
Hello everyone. We are renaming the MDM agent app of Endpoint Central from 'ME MDM' to 'Self Service'. Starting June 15, 2026, the app will be automatically updated with the new name on all your end-user's mobile devices. The rollout will be phased across
Endpoint Central SQL support
Hi, Does Endpoint Central supports Microsoft SQL 2025 as its DB? Best Regards, Bionid
Ngnix upgrade
Hi Does the following ngnix vulnerability affect Endpoint Central and if so will there be a patch soon? https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/18-year-old-nginx-vulnerability-allows-dos-potential-rce/
Bat file (that works when manually ran) doesn't install whole program when used with Manage Engine
I have a project coming up next weekend in fact (April 24th - 27th) where 400 machines need an application installed. My workplace is a hospital so it's a 24/7/365 environment and this app impacts patient care. Thus, my anxiety that ME won't push this
Endpoint Central now includes Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Private Access
We are elated to announce a significant expansion of Endpoint Central's security capabilities. Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Private Access are now available as add-ons across all editions, making Endpoint Central the first natively built
ManageEngine Security Compliance Benchmarks
Built and continuously curated by the dedicated security research team at ManageEngine, ManageEngine Security Benchmarks provide industry-aligned security hardening recommendations for operating systems, applications, browsers, and enterprise technologies.
Reporting on Secure Boot Certificate issue
Hello! We are working on meeting the June deadline for updating our clients to meet the 2023 certificate trust requirements. Are there anyone who has some inspiration for how you report this in a medium size company? I know we can fetch BIOS information
Updated to Endpoint Central On-Prems 11.5.2613.10 from 11.5.2605.17 server struggling to stay up.
Updated to Endpoint Central On-Prems 11.5.2613.10 from 11.5.2605.17 server struggling to stay up, are there any known issues? Had to reboot physical server after initial update as MEEC service was stuck. Since then MEEC server service has since failed
I updated endpoint central to the latest build monday - how can I revert back?
The latest build of endpoint central is causing me a couple of problems. Is there a supported method to revert to the previous build?
Patch Tuesday Updates: May 2026
Good day, everyone! Here's a list of the updates released in this month's Patch Tuesday. New OS Security Updates: 44283 - 2026-05 Servicing Stack Update for Windows 10 Version 1607 for x64-based Systems (KB5088064) 44284 - 2026-05 Servicing Stack Update
Server Migration - Asset Explorer
Hello, We currently have our Asset Explorer on a Windows 10 machine. We want to migrate it to a Windows Server with all the assets and it's configuration. What are the steps necessary to do this? Also we have Endpoint Central agent installed in these
Wake on LAN for Mac systems
It would be incredibly useful if the Wake-on-LAN feature could be enabled for Mac systems. Macs can't wake over the network from power off (by design) but they can wake if they're asleep. My mac systems have an automatic power on task set so that if a
Endpoint Central's Security Suite just levelled up
We're excited to announce that the Endpoint Central security suite has introduced significant enhancements to Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM), Device Control, and DLP. This brings four powerful upgrades that give IT administrators greater precision
Manage Licenses: How to add licenses per user?
Hi. We have a number of software licenses that are per user: each user can install on multiple devices. Which metric should I choose? I have tried both single user and multiple user but it still counts all installs of the same user to the total number.
Restrict server web access
Hi, To facilitate remote working, I have opened Desktop Central agent access to my organisation's VPN. However, I am concerned that this presents external users with a means to attempt to log in to the management console. I think it would be a good idea
Decline option
Where did the "Decline Patch" button go?
Arctic Wolf Agent Mac Install
I need to deploy an agent which is a pkg file with a JSON. The command line for package creation is installer -pkg /private/tmp/AGENT/ArcticWolfAgent.pkg -target / but I don't know how to deploy the JSON file which has a customer ID. Is there a way to
DEX 30-day trial in Endpoint Central is not working
We have an security edition of Endpoint Central active for some time now and wanted to try the DEX 30-day trial. We can not remember if we had tried it previously or not as it has been some time, we remember that it was visible on the menu bar and now
Google patches multiple critical vulnerabilities in Chrome 147.0.7727.137/138 Stable Channel update
Hello everyone, Chrome Stable Channel has been updated to 147.0.7727.137/138 for Windows and Mac, and 147.0.7727.137 for Linux. This update comes with 30 security fixes, including multiple Critical severity vulnerabilities. The details of the critical
NIST by ManageEngine
NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) is a U.S. government agency that develops widely adopted cybersecurity frameworks and standards. Its guidelines, such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), help organizations identify, protect,
Issues with Desktop Central Version Build 11.5.2605.17
Hello guys! After build 11.5.2605.17 we have a strange behavior in our environment. If a client has google chrome or Microsoft Edge opened we are unable to connect with the client agent, recieving the standard message: Remote Control failed to connect
Critical Vulnerabilities detected on Oracle Java and Azul Zulu
Multiple vulnerabilities have been identified in both Oracle Java and Azul Zulu distributions across various JDK and JRE versions. These flaws could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, escalate privileges, or cause denial-of-service conditions.
CVE-2026-5525 – Notepad++ Stack-Based Buffer Overflow (DoS) Zero-day Vulnerability
A stack-based buffer overflow zero-day vulnerability has been identified in Notepad++ v8.9.3, specifically within the file drop handler component. The following are the vulnerability details: CVE ID: CVE-2026-5525 Affected Version: Notepad++ 8.9.3 Component:
settings wizard error enrollment android tab qr
"I'm having trouble adding a Lenovo Tab device. It seems to enroll correctly, but I can't get past the Google Play Services screen. It keeps throwing a 'Settings Wizard' (Setup Wizard) error. I have set up many devices before and never encountered this
Browser DLP - Block Pasting data to Generative AI websites.
I was hoping to find a feature similar to what LayerX uses, where you can block users from pasting data into their browsers, based on the website. I understand that we can implement a blocklist to prevent the usage of these sites, but ChatGPT and others
Has anyone been stuck at trying to update their Desktop Central to 10.1.2119.5?
The update manager window has been running at 80% saying it is "Post invocation in progress" for the past 3 hours. Anyone experienced this issue as well? Reason to upgrade is because we also have ServiceDesk plus upgraded and it suddenly said that it
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