Why the GlobalProtect App 6.2.8-h12 [6.2.8-c1032] & GlobalProtect App 6.3.3-h13 [6.3.3-c1105] versions are no longer available
Question
Why the GlobalProtect App 6.2.8-h12 [6.2.8-c1032] & GlobalProtect App 6.3.3-h13 [6.3.3-c1105] versions are no longer available
Environment
GlobalProtect App
Microsoft Windows
Answer
Palo Alto Networks has proactively removed GlobalProtect App 6.2.8-h12 [6.2.8-c1032] & GlobalProtect App 6.3.3-h13 [6.3.3-c1105] for Windows and macOS from the Customer Service Portal, Next-Generation Firewall, and Prisma Access.
Why this change is happening
During routine monitoring, we identified stability concerns with the GlobalProtect App 6.2.8-h12 [6.2.8-c1032] & GlobalProtect App 6.3.3-h13 [6.3.3-c1105] builds on Windows only. To ensure the highest level of performance and reliability for your environment, we have paused its availability.
Summary of Details
Affected Version: GlobalProtect App 6.2.8-h12 [6.2.8-c1032] & GlobalProtect App 6.3.3-h13 [6.3.3-c1105]
Impacted Platforms: Microsoft Windows only
Conditions:
- GlobalProtect App 6.2.8-h12 [6.2.8-c1032] & GlobalProtect App 6.3.3-h13 [6.3.3-c1105] upgraded
- HIP Data Collection is enabled
- Endpoint missing Windows patches before the GlobalProtect App upgrade
Impact: Under the above conditions, the Host Information Profile (HIP) report becomes corrupted on the very first connection to the GlobalProtect Gateway. This prevents the report from being transmitted to the GlobalProtect gateway and subsequently impacts the user traffic evaluated against security policies dependent on HIP Profiles.
Recommended Next Steps
As a workaround, users can Refresh Connection on the installed GlobalProtect App 6.2.8-h12 [6.2.8-c1032] or GlobalProtect App 6.3.3-h13 [6.3.3-c1105] versions' user interface (GP UI)
However, our recommendation is to downgrade to the previous stable GlobalProtect version in your environment
Our Solution & Timeline
Palo Alto Networks is actively finalizing the GlobalProtect App 6.2.8-h13 & GlobalProtect App 6.3.3-h14 builds for Windows and macOS to resolve these stability concerns.
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Target Release Date: July 30, 2026
We appreciate your patience and understanding. If you have any immediate questions or need assistance, please reach out to our Support team.