Pckgr Blog

  • 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

  • How We Kept Breaking Cursor With Our Own Patching Tool And then Fixed it

    The author discusses a recurring issue with updating the Cursor app, an Electron-based code editor, through Microsoft Intune. The problem arose from running the app while updating, causing file errors. The solution was to use Pckgr’s “Allow Defer Close Apps” feature, preventing broken installations and enhancing update reliability.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Winget Explained – Installer hash does not match

    The blog discusses the frustrating mismatched hash issue faced by IT admins using Winget for application installations. It explains how Winget’s security mechanisms prevent installations when an installed file’s hash does not match the expected value, often due to vendors using static download links. The article offers solutions for resolving this error.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Important Update to Winget Pre-Install for New Device Deployments

    Pckgr has issued an important update to its Winget Pre-Install setup to resolve compatibility issues following Microsoft’s Winget version 1.9.25180. This update ensures new devices using Autopilot install the correct MS Redistributable version, preventing deployment failures. Additionally, Pckgr introduces a Private Repository for enhanced control over application management, ideal for business users.

    Thomas Mahony

  • App Deployments with Intune and Autopilot: A simple Three-Tier Approach

    Deploying apps with Intune and Autopilot can be challenging. A three-tier approach can help balance business needs and user experience. Tier one includes essential apps for immediate use, while tier two consists of important apps installed post-login. Tier three offers non-critical and user preference apps for personalization. This approach maintains a streamlined deployment process.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Installing Winget using Microsoft Intune and Pckgr

    We’ve been focusing on the Winget Pre-Install deployment. For those unfamiliar, the Winget Pre-Install is used to bootstrap Winget onto Windows during initial setup. This ensures Winget is functional before deploying any applications, as almost all applications from Pckgr rely on it. Updating the PipelineWe’ve created a new Azure pipeline that updates the Winget Pre-Install…

    Thomas Mahony

  • Zoom Management in Windows Environments: A Pckgr and Intune Approach

    In the remote work culture, Zoom is widely used but varied installations across devices can lead to security risks. The blog suggests using Machine Installs for consistency and security, and leveraging Intune and Pckgr to manage and update Zoom. This approach ensures that communication tools are secure and consistent across all devices.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Removing Shortcuts from Intune Deployed Applications using Pckgr

    Pckgr’s latest blog explores Advanced Application Deployment, focusing on removing desktop shortcuts post-installation, demonstrated with Mozilla Firefox. This feature fulfills user requests to enhance user experience by automating desktop icon cleanup. Through the demo, the process of adding Firefox, enabling the “Remove Shortcut” option, and triggering the cleanup script is highlighted.

    Thomas Mahony

  • Leveraging Windows Sandbox for Winget Application Updates: Enhancing Deployment Reliability to Pckgr

    The new practice of using Windows Sandbox for testing Winget updates has significantly improved the update process. It provides a safe environment for testing, ensuring reliability and efficiency. The workflow involves automated testing, fail-safe deployment, and efficient troubleshooting. Integrating Windows Sandbox has streamlined the deployment process and enhanced the overall reliability of updates.

    Thomas Mahony