ControlUp shared a simple bash script for checking the XZ Utils version on devices and determining if it is affected by CVE-2024-3094. Resources and further information on this topic were provided. The shared script also includes an event script for checking the version on devices. Some discussion and referenced sources were also provided. Find the script for checking for affected devices at https://x.com/wdormann/status/1774221251931742706?s=46&t=gdqbN_60lboMJbaqr16mcw. The index script can be found in the thread below the original post.
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Scripts Related Training & Support Archives
Scripts training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Choosing the Best Tool for User Management in ControlUp – Comparing Group Policy and WEM
A discussion takes place on the ControlUp Slack channel about the best way to add registry entries using the User logon trigger. Some users suggest using Group Policy or PowerShell commands, while others mention that Citrix WEM could also be an option. Different considerations, such as login times and scalability are mentioned when comparing WEM to Group Policy. Some users mention past issues with WEM, but also acknowledge that it may be a suitable tool for certain environments.
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Generating Sizing Recommendation Reports with ControlUp
A discussion was held about generating a sizing recommendation report on app.controlup.com. It was noted that the report only includes CPU and memory metrics, while disk size and free space are not available. Adding disk metrics is on ControlUp's roadmap, but it's unclear when it will be implemented. In the meantime, users can access historical data for disk usage through powershell or Power BI. There is no disk-specific historical data available currently.
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Troubleshooting Ivanti Data Configuration in Logon Script
A user asked about the configuration needed to get Ivanti data in the logon script, specifically for the ALD script. Another user suggested reposting in the appropriate channel and tagging experts. The needed configuration involves auditing specific events and enabling logging. A script is available on ControlUp's library for easier troubleshooting. The AppSense-related logs can be analyzed using EMMon. EMMon can be found in the suite download at https://www.controlup.com/script-library-posts/ivanti-environment-manager-logging-enable/
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Troubleshooting the Built-In Synchronization Feature in ControlUp
A user encountered difficulties using the new Built-In Synchronization feature for ControlUp, specifically with custom mappings and instructions lacking examples. Other users provided helpful tips and guidance on how to properly use the feature, including the use of wildcards and setting the sync to a shorter interval. The discussion ended with the confirmation that the desired actions were accurately assigned.
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Creating Triggers with ControlUp – A Discussion on Using “Super Triggers”
A team member asked if it was possible to create a trigger for logon duration exceeding a certain time. Another member suggested using average logon duration and getting creative with it. They discussed the idea of nested triggers and using "super triggers" as a workaround to count individual instances of logon duration and trigger an alert when a threshold is reached. The team will continue to look into this solution.
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Fixing Script Errors in ControlUp Version 8.8
A user was having trouble with a script on ControlUp version 8.8. The script was supposed to restart Citrix desktop service when a specific user session went from active to disconnected, but it failed with an error involving a missing key in the dictionary. The user discovered it was a bug in the software and was able to fix it by upgrading to version 9.0. The community script used can be found at https://www.controlup.com/script-library-posts/restart-citrix-desktop-service/
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Has There Been a Change to ControlUp API Access?
A user's API calls have started failing recently, and they are wondering if there have been any changes to the requirements. Another user reassures them that there haven't been any changes that should have affected customer API access, but TLS 1.2 support was added in 2022. The user speculates that there may have been a change control that broke their access.
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Troubleshooting 10ZIGS Devices Not Appearing in ControlUp EdgeDX
A new employee at ControlUp asks for help with getting their 10ZIGS devices to appear in EdgeDX. Another employee suggests checking if there is a proxy blocking the agent from accessing the tenant, and provides a link to the tenant name and instructions for installing the agent. They also mention that the process should be called "sipagent" and logs can be found in /var/log/avacee. The conversation ends with the new employee confirming the process name and stating they will check the logs. There is also a link provided for agent installation instructions.
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EDX Software Changes Polling Frequency and Manual Initiation
Regarding EDX, a user asked how quickly it polls for software changes and if there is a way to manually initiate it. It was stated that EDX polls once a day and that the script for it can be found at the location: C:\ProgramData\Avacee\sip_agent\scripts, with the data being stored in the "installed apps" script. Another user mentioned that this location was initially hard to find.
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