Pckgr Blog

  • Slack Retired the Machine-Wide MSI: Migrating to the New MSIX with Intune

    Slack has replaced its machine-wide MSI package with an MSIX package for Windows deployment as of September 15, 2025. This change complicates migration since admins must uninstall the MSI before installing MSIX. Pckgr now offers a solution, automating the uninstall process and simplifying deployment, allowing seamless transition for IT teams managing multiple devices.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Edge and WebView2 x86 or x64? Why Registry Detection Falls Short in Intune

    When deploying Microsoft Edge and WebView2 via Intune, traditional detection rules can fail due to inconsistent registry values that don’t indicate application architecture. A proposed solution involves using the PE header trick, which confirms the binary’s architecture, ensuring that updates target the correct version and architecture, preventing app malfunctions.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Tracking and Patching CVEs in Pckgr Portal

    Pckgr Portal enhances endpoint management by streamlining the patching process for vulnerable applications. Users can easily identify and remediate vulnerabilities with just a click. The platform tracks installed apps and matches them with CVE data, enabling efficient updates or uninstalls of risky software. It currently supports Windows desktop applications.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Introducing Wingetly – Search Every Winget App in One Place

    In todays blog we have something a little different to share. We have just launched Wingetly, a free community resource that lets you search and bundle apps from the Microsoft Windows Package Manager (Winget) catalog right inside a web browser. If you have ever tried to find a specific app in the Winget repository, or…

    Thomas Mahony

  • Introducing the Pckgr Portal: Lightweight, Affordable Device Management

    The Pckgr Portal has launched as a lightweight, affordable device management platform for managing Windows fleets. It simplifies app management with over 700 pre-built applications and offers features like Smart Patch for streamlined updates and a self-service app store. The portal enhances fleet visibility while maintaining privacy in remote access, catering to smaller teams and…

    Thomas Mahony

  • Using the Pckgr Defender Integration to Patch Vulnerable Applications

    This blog demonstrates how to use the Pckgr Microsoft Defender integration for identifying and remediating vulnerable applications automatically via Intune. It details setting up a demo environment, prioritizing vulnerabilities, matching Defender recommendations to Pckgr packages, deploying patches, and confirming successful remediation, ultimately enhancing IT admin efficiency.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Patching Applications with Pckgr Using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Recommendations

    Keeping applications updated is crucial for reducing vulnerabilities. With Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) and Pckgr, IT teams can efficiently patch outdated software. A new integration will enhance real-time visibility into vulnerabilities with tools for patch management. This enables rapid, reliable responses to security challenges, improving overall security posture.

    Thomas Mahony

  • How to Package FortiClient VPN for Intune

    This guide explains how to deploy FortiClient VPN via Intune despite the lack of a standalone MSI file. It details extracting the MSI from the FortiClient online installer and using the Microsoft Win32 Content Prep Tool to create an Intune-compatible package, streamlining the deployment process for IT administrators.

    Thomas Mahony

  • How to easily package Autodesk updates for Intune using Pckgr

    This blog explains the process of deploying Autodesk updates using Pckgr’s Custom Application feature. It aims to simplify the tasks for IT admins by utilizing built-in dependency features. The guide describes the necessary prerequisites, steps for downloading, uploading, verifying updates, and deploying them through Intune, enhancing efficiency in application maintenance.

    Thomas Mahony

  • How to cleanup device applications using Intune and Pckgr

    This post explores how to use Pckgr in conjunction with Intune to automate the uninstallation of applications, specifically focusing on removing Zoom. It highlights the importance of targeting the correct installation type (user vs. system) and emphasizes Pckgr’s dual capabilities for software management, including patching and cleanup.

    Thomas Mahony