Cisco Secure Client-AnyConnect
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- view network connections
- send sticky broadcast
- change network connectivity
- full network access
- control Near Field Communication
- run at startup
- prevent device from sleeping
- modify system settings
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App summary
Formerly AnyConnect
COMPATIBLE DEVICES:
Android 4.X+
KNOWN ISSUES:
- Some freezes are known to occur on the Diagnostics screen
- Split DNS is not available on Android 7.x/8.x (OS limitation)
LIMITATIONS:
The following features are not supported using this package:
- Filter Support
- Trusted Network Detection
- Split Exclude
- Local LAN Exception
- Secure Gateway Web Portal (inaccessible when tunneled)
APPLICATION DESCRIPTION:
Cisco Secure Client provides reliable and easy-to-deploy encrypted network connectivity from devices by delivering persistent corporate access for users on the go. Whether providing access to business email, a virtual desktop session, or most other Android applications, Cisco Secure Client enables business-critical application connectivity.
The Cisco Umbrella module for Cisco Secure Client on Android provides DNS-layer protection for Android v6.0.1 and later and can be enabled with or without a Cisco Secure Client license
LICENSING AND INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS:
This software is licensed for exclusive use by Cisco headend customers with active Plus, Apex or VPN Only licenses (term or perpetual with active SASU contracts). Use is no longer permitted with Essentials/Premium with Mobile license. Cisco Secure Client use with non-Cisco equipment/software is prohibited.
http://www.cisco.com/c/dam/en/us/products/security/anyconnect-og.pdf
Trial Cisco Secure Client Apex (ASA) licenses are available for administrators at www.cisco.com/go/license
Cisco Secure Client for Android requires Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) Boot image 8.0(4) or later. For licensing questions and evaluation licenses, please contact ac-temp-license-request (AT) cisco.com and include a copy of "show version" from your Cisco ASA.
Umbrella licenses are required for the Umbrella module on Cisco Secure Client. Click the link below for more information on Umbrella licensing:
https://learn-umbrella.cisco.com/datasheets/cisco-umbrella-package-comparison-2
FEATURES:
- Automatically adapts its VPN tunneling to the most efficient method based on network constraints, using TLS and DTLS
- DTLS provides an optimized network connection
- IPsec/IKEv2 also available
- Network roaming capability allows connectivity to resume seamlessly after IP address change, loss of connectivity, or device standby
- Wide range of authentication options
- Supports certificate deployment using Cisco Secure Client integrated SCEP and the certificate import URI handler
- Policies can be configured locally, and automatically updated from the security gateway
- Access to internal IPv4/IPv6 network resources
- Administratively controlled tunnel policy
- Localizes according to the device's language and region settings
- DNS security with Umbrella module
SUPPORT:
If you are an end-user and have any issues or concerns, please contact your organization’s support department. If you are a System Administrator having difficulties configuring or utilizing the Application, please contact your designated support point of contact.
FEEDBACK:
You can provide us with feedback by sending us a log bundle by navigating to "Menu > Diagnostics > Send Logs" and choose "Feedback to Cisco" with a description of the issue. Please read the Known Issues section prior to sending feedback.
You can reach us at [email protected].
DOCUMENTATION:
Release Notes:
https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/security/anyconnect-secure-mobility-client/products-release-notes-list.html
ACCESS CISCO SECURE CLIENT BETA VERSIONS:
https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.cisco.anyconnect.vpn.android.avf
Report issues to [email protected]. No TAC support for beta versions.
User reviews
- The app allows VPN connections for various purposes, like university access.
- When it works, users find it functional for connecting to corporate networks.
- It is free to use.
- Frequent connection issues, including disconnections and failure to connect.
- Doesn't support saving credentials, requiring users to enter them every time.
- High battery and memory usage, with app crashes reported.
- Some users experience issues with connectivity related to network types (WiFi vs LTE).
- Poor user experience with notifications and background activity.
- Connection issues and frequent disconnections.
- The inability to save passwords.
- High resource consumption (battery and memory usage).
- App stability problems and crashes.
- Negative impact on user experience due to bugs and inconsistent functionality.
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